Grease Operator

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; New Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,494 - 61,946; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation including global bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Professional and personal development

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH is looking for a Grease Operator in New Hanover Township, New Jersey. This role involves blending specialty lubricants and handling chemicals, while ensuring compliance to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in a chemical plant, strong communication skills, and is committed to safety. Benefits include competitive compensation, flexible working arrangements, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a chemical plant or handling batch operations.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in production areas.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Blend finished fluid products and operate equipment.
• Transfer raw materials and ensure correct material handling.
• Perform quality checks and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Handling chemicals

Batch operations

Communication in English

Basic mathematics

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalence

Tools

PLC systems

DCS systems

Job description

Job Overview

This position is responsible for blending finished fluid product and performing all other tasks and activities associated with the product in our grease production area. Job responsibilities include handling chemicals involved in the manufacture of specialty lubricants and grease and packaging of products both manually and on specialized packaging equipment. The grease operator routinely transfers raw materials and products and must ensure the correct material is transferred to the correct destination as a core responsibility of the role. The grease operator performs calculations as required to determine batch and tank contents and quantities transferred as well as other batch related calculations. The grease operator follows detailed batch instructions which include precisely weighing and adding raw materials as part of making blending batches. The grease operator operates equipment ranging from ambient conditions to conditions of high temperature and pressure.

Job Highlights

• Follow Standard Operation Procedure
• Offload and Unload bulk chemicals
• Handle and weigh chemical raw materials as required
• Transfer chemicals as required
• Perform blending of batch operations
• Fill out required paperwork
• Perform in process quality check s and testing as required
• Continually strive to learn and improve
• Perform lock out tag out on equipment per procedure/guidance
• Perform regular inspections as required to maintain compliance
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality control checks
• Transfer of materials, material sampling
• Monitor and record process data as required
• Proactively respond safely and quickly to process abnormalities
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Packaging products in various containers as needed
• Perform necessary task to maintain inventory of materials (cycle counts, SAP transaction, tank gauging, calculating tank quantities and transfers, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience / Skills

• 4+ years prior chemical plant or similar experience handling chemicals and batch operations in chemical industrial environment required
• Prior experience of blending chemicals and bulk chemical handling strongly preferred
• Previous experience with process controls and process control systems such as PLCs, DCS systems, single loop controllers preferred
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or Equivalence required
• Clear and comprehensive communication in English (written/verbal) required
• Basic mathematics and numeracy skills required
• Qualified forklift operator required
• Ability to work in a Team environment
• Committed to safety & organizational goals
• Self-motivated with good work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, noisy and high-volume machine production area
• Ability to climb ladders and platforms (such as on storage tanks and railcars)
• Ability and willingness to work safely and wear PPE as required
• This position is 2nd shift, Monday thru Friday, 300 PM to 1130 PM

Location: East Hanover

Employee Type: Regular

Benefits

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. The minimum established pay rate for this position is $38.27 / hr. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you to pursue education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.