Pilot Plant Operator (04/25)

InChem; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pilot Plant Operator to join their team. In this exciting entry-level role, you will be responsible for operating various process equipment and ensuring safety standards are met. The position involves monitoring chemical reactions, adjusting valves, and maintaining detailed work records. With a strong emphasis on safety, this company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan with company match. If you are eager to start your career in the chemical industry, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Bonus Program

Company Incentive Program

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various process equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and record chemical reactions and properties.
• Communicate job status with operational associates.

Skills

Monitoring Instruments

Adjusting Valves and Gauges

Interpreting Chemical Reactions

Operating Process Equipment

Maintaining Safety Standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

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InChem has been a leading supplier of chemical toll manufacturing services for over 30 years. InChem has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services/products in the industry.

InChem’s number ONE priority is SAFETY. The company has industry-leading practices and a commitment to continuous improvement in every area of business. As a result of that commitment our company has achieved an impressive safety milestone – 7 YEARS WITHOUT A LOST WORKDAY INCIDENT. Our employees, customers, and other stakeholders know that “The InChem way is the SAFE way!”

As a team member of InChem you will receive a very competitive salary package PLUS a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision. InChem also offers their employees a bonus program, a company incentive program, and a 401K plan that is accompanied by a company match. Other benefits include Paid Time Off, TEN (10) paid holidays each calendar year and many other benefits.

PILOT PLANT OPERATOR OPPORTUNITY:

We’re looking for a full-time entry-level PILOT PLANT OPERATOR. The role of the PILOT PLANT OPERATOR has the responsibility for monitoring instruments, adjusting valves and gauges, and interpreting chemical reactions while following all standard work methods and practicing safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Some daily duties for the pilot plant operator are:

• Operate a variety of process equipment, including reaction systems, distillation systems, filters, extractors, reactors, pumps, and centrifuges in compliance with prescribed operating procedures.
• Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products into and out of process equipment.
• Set up and adjust indicating and controlling devices.
• Monitor and record reactions, noting changes in chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances.
• Adjust valves and controls to maintain system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels.
• Maintain detailed work records in the form of notebook(s), batch sheets, etc.
• Communicate job status with other operational associates.
• Interface in a professional manner with customers.
• Support in other production activities.

The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, and to toxic (including high and low pH) and/or flammable materials. The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR may also be exposed to extreme temperatures within the working environment, including outside weather conditions along with wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; potential fumes or airborne particulates; potential risk of electrical shock; and vibration.

The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR must understand the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and understand that certain procedures will require the use of enhanced personal protective equipment such as a fit tested, full-face respirator.

The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR must lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and lift and/or move greater than 55 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR working schedule is:

• Monday to Friday 7am to 330pm

Note: days & hours may adjust at times according to business demands. Also overtime and call in hours may be required on occasion.

The PILOT PLANT OPERATOR is required to have a high school diploma or GED and have one year of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent with a preferred education in chemical engineering or chemical processing and experience in the chemical industry.

CONTACT/APPLICATION INFORMATION:

To apply for one of our chemical operator roles please submit your application via our website www.inchemcorp.com or apply in person at 800 Cel River Rd, Rock Hill SC.