Column Operator

A-Gas Americas; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A-Gas Americas, a leader in specialty chemicals and gases, seeks a Process Operator. This role involves operating refrigerant distillation columns, ensuring safety and quality in operations, and participating in a strong safety culture. Opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Affordable health coverage

401k retirement with company match

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Process Technician Experience or associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation tower.
• Support daily supervision and monitoring of facility controls.
• Report any faults to ensure site safety.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma

Process Technician Experience

EPA 608 Certification (to be obtained)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Pumps, Hose, Compressors

Job description

Process Operator

Who are we?

A-Gas is a global leader in the responsible lifecycle management of specialty chemicals and gases. As the world's largest halocarbon reclamation company, we constantly strive to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue providing our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at www.agas.com/us.

What will you do?

We are looking for a process operator to support the running of our state-of-the-art refrigerant distillation columns. In this role, you will complete process setups and teardowns, transfers, bulk tank movements, and safety checks. The Process Operator role is a vital part of our goal to increase gas processing capacity at our site, come join our growing team in a career with A-Gas.

Why A-Gas?

Monday-Friday, first shift hours are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Compensation: The starting pay is $20.00 per hour or more, depending on experience.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Affordable health coverage for employees and your family
• Low-cost Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k retirement with company match

Work-Life Balance:

• 10 Paid Holidays, plus 2 flex days for your use
• Generous paid time off for personal, vacation, parental, and medical leave

We're Committed to Your Growth:

• Comprehensive training program to help you learn and excel
• Opportunities for certifications and professional development

Safety First Mindset:

• All required PPE is provided, including an annual boot allowance, gloves, glasses, and uniforms
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check

Team Culture:

Join our collaborative team that celebrates success together! If you're eager to start a rewarding career and learn on the job, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation tower by managing the production of blends, chemical transfers, and ISO movements
• Support the daily supervision and Monitoring of Tank Farm and facility controls, (pressure gauges, scale monitors)
• Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to production to ensure site safety and product quality
• Responsible for updating daily production results, leak check results, and performance by task
• Encourage and participate in a Health and Safety culture to ensure a safe practicing environment
• Responsible for ensuring that quality control is implemented constantly

Experience, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Process Technician Experience or associate degree preferred
• Provide proof of or obtain EPA 608 Certification within 6 months
• Must have excellent math skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience in manufacturing or the chemicals industry
• Previous experience with Pumps, Hose, Compressors, PMS, and Lockout Tag Out
• Experience with Microsoft 365, including Excel/Word

Physical Demand Requirements:

• Frequently pushes, pulls, moves, and lifts up to 50 pounds independently
• Frequently operates a computer using a traditional keyboard to input detailed information such as serial numbers
• Manipulations (seizing, holding, grasping or otherwise working with hands) up to 50-75% of the day
• Constantly works in environments with uncontrolled climate and some exposure to outdoor weather conditions

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.