Control Room Operator, Chemical Manufacturing

ppg; Delaware; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Control Room Operator in Delaware to manage batch processes across three reactor systems, ensuring accurate records and timely deliveries of materials. You will use GE iBatch, GE iFix, and Allen-Bradley PLCs to control batch recipes, monitor temperatures, and coordinate with QC and finishers on samples and transfers.

This role requires 1+ year of manufacturing experience and means working a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor in process batches in 3 reactor systems.
• Record status, charge weights, rate feed & temperature data.
• Work with HMI controls to process batches through the system.
• Systems are batch recipe controlled through GE iBatch.
• Control system is managed with GE iFix graphics and Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Some activities required on the production floor.
• Inspect reactor for cleanliness and empty through sight glass.
• Drain reflux return loops.
• Troubleshoot and respond to abnormal situations and device failures.
• Coordinate with Operators for making manual charges and pulling samples.
• Review batch recipes reports to determine timing of upcoming charges.
• In-person meetings, telephone, and 2-way radio communications.
• Coordinate with Product Finishers on pulling samples and tank transfers.
• Coordinate with QC Lab on sample results and batch status.
• Record status of batches in reactor system and batch tanks on information whiteboards.
• Review production status with Resin Supervisor on shift-by-shift basis.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Rotating schedule

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

GE iBatch

GE iFix

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

As a Control Room Operator, Chemical Manufacturing, you will locate stock and deliver items to their destination upon request. You will ensure incoming deliveries are accurate and stocks supply room with new goods. You will take inventory and identify reorder needs for supervisor approval. You will check order forms, delivery requests, and approval forms to ensure documentation, accuracy, and deliveries. You will report to the Resin Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Monitor in process batches in 3 reactor systems
• Record status, charge weights, rate feed & temperature data
• Work with HMI controls to process batches though the system
• Systems are batch recipe controlled through GE iBatch
• Control system is managed with GE iFix graphics and Allen Bradley PLC's
• Some activities required on the production floor
• Inspect reactor for cleanliness and empty through sight glass
• Drain reflux return loops
• Troubleshoot and respond to abnormal situations and device failures
• Coordinate with Operators for making manual charges and pulling samples
• Review batch recipes reports to determine timing of upcoming charges
• In-person meetings, telephone, and 2-way radio communications
• Coordinate with Product Finishers on pulling samples and tank transfers
• Coordinate with QC Lab on sample results and batch status
• Record status of batches in reactor system and batch tanks on information whiteboards
• Review production status with Resin Supervisor on shift-by-shift basis

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of previous experience
• Work rotating schedule
• High school diploma

Schedule

12 hour shifts (Days: 515a-515p or Nights: 515p-515a) Shift change typically requires 10-30 min overlap

2-2-3 Bi-weekly Continuous Operations Schedule 7 days of coverage per 2 week period

Thurs-Friday, Tues-Wed, Saturday-Sun-Mon

8 hours bi-weekly Overtime built in to schedule

Vacation/Sick time coverage required Non-Exempt Salary

Unscheduled coverage is 1.5 Overtime on Weekdays & Saturday

Sunday unscheduled coverage is 2x Overtime

About us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

• We are customer champions Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don't stop until we solve our biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.
• We act with purpose and speed Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.
• We are excellent operators Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.
• We compete to win Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.
• We are PPG proud Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documen