Night-Shift Chemical Operator - Axis, AL | 24/7 Plant Ops

AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP in Axis, Alabama, is seeking a Chemical Operator to operate, inspect, troubleshoot and maintain the chemical production unit on-site. The role requires night and weekend shifts and adherence to safety and environmental rules.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a Synthesis/Chemical Operator, can read P&ID drawings, and is forklift certified, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• Vocational or technical degree preferred.
• 40 hour HAZWOPER preferred.
• Firefight Certification | AIDT Training a plus!
• Must be forklift certifiable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, adjust, monitor, operate and repair plant equipment and systems.
• Report plant conditions to supervisors and plant personnel verbally and in writing.
• Conduct chemical instrument readings and make adjustments as necessary.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and files.
• Observe all plant safety rules; perform assigned tasks in safe manner and be alert to unsafe conditions.
• Conduct lab samples pulls as needed.
• Operate Vent Gas Incinerator (VGI), Chillers, and Cooling Tower.
• Process effluent through DCS (Distributor Control Systems).
• Assist mechanical & electrical maintenance and Instrumentation & Control (I&C) activities.
• Work rotating shift to accommodate plant 24-hour; 7 day a week coverage.
• Participate in Emergency Response Team training and activities.
• Comply and ensure compliance with all regulatory safety and environmental requirements.
• Comply and ensure compliance with all company policies, practices and lawful directives.
• Perform other duties as assigned / required to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

P&ID Reading

Maintenance basics

Forklift certified

Safety awareness

Team player

Attendance

Education

High School diploma

Technical degree preferred

40 hour HAZWOPER preferred

Firefight Certification

Job description

AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP in Axis, Alabama, is seeking a Chemical Operator to operate, inspect, troubleshoot and maintain the chemical production unit on-site. The role requires night and weekend shifts and adherence to safety and environmental rules.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a Synthesis/Chemical Operator, can read P&ID drawings, and is forklift certified, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.