Chemical Processing Operator - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Lanxess Corporation; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,212 - 54,924; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OT available

Compressed workweek

Job summary

LANXESS is seeking a production operator at the Charleston plant to operate chemical processing equipment and support safe, efficient operations. The role involves DCS manipulation, batch documentation, and maintaining housekeeping standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate's degree considered a plus. Strong mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, and the ability to wear a respirator are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree is a plus.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Safety conscious and team oriented.
• Must be clean shaven and able to wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Operate production chemical processing equipment including reactors, feeders, heat exchangers, piping networks, hoses, pumps, valves, instruments, vessels, scales, tanks, scrubbers, meters, etc.
• Conduct DCS operation to manipulate equipment controlled by the DCS.
• Maintain appropriate batch and shift paperwork.
• Maintain a clean and organized workplace meeting the housekeeping standard established by the Operations Manager.
• Follow the direction of the shift coordinator in a professional and cordial manner.
• Prepare Work Orders for maintenance on the unit as needed and prepare equipment for maintenance.
• Minimize waste generation, follow waste handling guidelines as specified in plant procedures.
• Report any process upset, spill, injury, chemical release, security event, etc.
• Safely operate forklift trucks and the yard tractor with box and tank trailers.
• Perform minor maintenance activities on production equipment as directed by the Operations Manager.
• Represent LANXESS Inc. through daily actions that reinforce the corporate values; demonstrating personal commitment to a safe, healthy and environmentally sound workplace for employees.
• Work with engineers, production specialists, quality assurance technicians, distribution technicians, as well as other plant personnel to safely and efficiently accomplish plant responsibilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Team player

Respirator capable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree (plus)

Job description

LANXESS is seeking a production operator at the Charleston plant to operate chemical processing equipment and support safe, efficient operations. The role involves DCS manipulation, batch documentation, and maintaining housekeeping standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate's degree considered a plus. Strong mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, and the ability to wear a respirator are essential.