Operating Technician 2/3 - BP

Colgate; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Base Plant Operator Technician Level 2/3. This role involves overseeing chemical process operations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and leading a team in continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and the ability to troubleshoot equipment effectively. Join a global leader committed to innovation and community enrichment, where your contributions will help create a healthier future for all. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Vacation/PTO Days

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Responsible for daily operations and laboratory testing in the chemical process.
• Must pass hazmat physical and respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Operate, clean, lubricate, and troubleshoot chemical process equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Chemical Process Operations

Leadership Skills

Troubleshooting

Data Collection

Housekeeping Responsibilities

Education

High School Degree

Vocational School or Technical Institute

Tools

Computer Operating Systems

Forklift Operation

Job description

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Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Travel Required?: No Travel

Date: Apr 28, 2025

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#166799 - Cambridge, Ohio, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

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Base Plant Op Tech Level 2/3 Cambridge

REPORTING STRUCTURE: DEPARTMENT:

The Base Plant Operator Technician Level 2/3 will have the responsibility in the Chemical Process operations. The operator technician 2/3 demonstrates leadership skills, taking on additional responsibilities within the team to achieve factory business objectives of safety, quality, productivity, customer service, cost and environmental protection.

The primary accountabilities of the role include daily Base Plant operation, Base Plant laboratory testing, Base Plant utilities, quality procedures, safety compliance, equipment maintenance procedures, data collection, housekeeping responsibilities, meeting facilitation, problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team.

The Base Plant Operator will be required to pass a hazmat physical and respirator fit test. Hazmat, PSM, Confined Space, Boiler, and DOT training is required.

The Operator Technician 2/3 works within a structure that requires considerable leadership, ownership and interaction with other team members in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions.

Core Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility may include but not limited to the Operation, Cleaning, Lubrication, Inspection, Troubleshooting and changeover of chemical process equipment. The understanding and use of computer operating systems for process control, adjustment, data trending, and troubleshooting in relationship to Base Plant equipment.
• Knowledgeable chemical properties and their relationship to the manufacturing process and equipment with a strong mechanical background.
• Responsible for equipment identified in the Base Plant and Base Plant Laboratory. Responsibilities include laboratory testing, strong computer skills, and understanding of computer controlled operation. Facilitate a review of operating information with team members. Identifies area equipment improvement opportunities based on trends and data and supports area leaders in developing action plans to address opportunities.
• Assist maintenance, engineering team, contractors and operating team members in troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on production equipment. Takes initiative to participate and support implementation of continuous learning opportunities. Seeks and shares knowledge in the work team to further develop skills of team members and self. Has responsibility to complete the equipment PMs.
• Confirms availability of raw materials needed for current and next scheduled production run. Coordinates with others on the operating, planning and logistic team to ensure availability of materials.
• Understands and adheres to Colgate Quality, GMP and Micro (Cleaning and Sanitization) standards and guidelines.
• Understands and adheres to EHS requirements for the facility. Adheres to Minimum Safe Behaviors (MSB’S), wears personal protective equipment (PPE) where required. Supports accident investigation and forward actions identified. Addresses behaviors of team members as needed.
• The Operator Technician Level 2/3 should have training of the site's PSM (Process Safety Management) Program and with evacuation procedures. Base Plant employees are responsible to operate the PSM covered processes in accordance with site policy and procedures.
• Responsibility for safe operation of forklift and the loading/unloading of materials from tank trucks.
• Understands the goals of visual workplace (VWP) and performs housekeeping activities as per established protocol. Supports and takes a leadership role in monthly housekeeping assessments. Stays abreast of plant and team’s overall performance via visual, written and verbal communications.
• Demonstrate personal leadership, including demonstration of Colgate-Palmolive Managing with Respect values.

Education:

High school degree or equivalent required.

Vocational school or technical institute preferred.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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