Field Trainee - Chesterfield

Colonial Group; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in United States (Virginia) seeks a manufacturing operator to oversee caprolactam processing from hydrolysis to drying and packaging. You will monitor control systems, operate utilities, and ensure quality with strict SOP adherence.

The role requires 3+ years of manufacturing experience or an technical degree, high school diploma, and ability to work rotating shifts, including overtime. Forklift experience and strong teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience or technical degree.
• Willing to work 8-hour rotating shifts, holidays, weekends and overtime.
• Proficient with Word and Excel; able to complete background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Control caprolactam conversion processes from hydrolysis to drying and packaging.
• Operate and monitor multiple utility systems to support operations.
• Monitor controls and adjust equipment to meet quality SOPs.
• Maintain safety standards and follow emergency procedures.
• Prevent spills and uphold environmental commitments.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and assist as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in technical field

Tools

Forklift experience

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain control of the conversion of caprolactam through hydrolysis and poly condensation, extrusion, leaching, and drying, finishing into blending and packaging.
• Maintain control of multiple utility systems to support the operation areas.
• Monitor control information for an area and make adjustments as necessary to operate equipment and facilities, ensuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintain safety standards at all times and initiates and follows emergency procedures when necessary.
• Responsible for preventing spills and adhering to our commitment to protect the environment
• Perform minor maintenance work
• Additional responsibilities as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience or an Associate's Degree or higher in a technical or science related field
• Must be willing and able to work a 8-hour rotating shift environment that includes holidays, weekends, and required overtime
• Proficiency with a computer, including programs such as Word and Excel
• Must be able to complete a background check and drug test successfully
• Must have strong communication skills
• Must be willing and able to work in a team environment
• Must meet minimum physical requirements needed to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 yrs. of chemical plant experience preferred
• Experience working in control room operations operating from Distributed Control Systems
• Ability to understand a multi-step chemical process
• Previous experience testing samples in a lab
• Previous experience operating a forklift
• Have a strong work ethic and adapt quickly to new processes
• Ability to create and maintain a safe work space based on company standards
• Ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action within an industrial setting
• Ability to communicate through multiple layers of an organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move objects that weigh up to 50 lbs., and exert up to 75 pounds pull
• Ability to wear protective equipment for extended periods such as hard hats, goggles, gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, hot suits, etc.
• Ability to work with hazardous materials
• Ability to work alone and in isolated areas, work around hot surfaces and high temperatures
• Ability to work at elevated heights - greater than 50 feet, and in confined spaces with appropriate PPE
• Required to work on uneven and sometimes slippery surfaces and in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)

The hourly rate for this position is $26.14