Process Operator I

agasamericas; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A-Gas in Wisconsin is seeking a Process Operator I to support the operation of refrigerant distillation columns. The role involves managing production and ensuring safety in chemical processes.

Starting pay is $25 an hour plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). A-Gas values safety and offers a unique rotating schedule allowing for extended time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years Chemical Process Experience or Associates Degree preferred.
• Must be able to obtain HazMat Certification and EPA 608 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation column.
• Support supervision and monitoring of facility controls.
• Report faults and maintenance issues to ensure site safety.

Skills

Chemical Process Experience

Mechanical aptitude

Excellent math skills

Microsoft 365 (Excel/Word)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree (preferred)

Tools

Pumps

Compressors

Lockout Tag Out

Job description

Process Operator I

A-Gas is a global leader in the responsible lifecycle management of specialty chemicals and gases. As the world's largest halocarbon reclamation company, we are constantly striving to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue to provide our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at www.agas.com/us.

The Process Operator I is responsible to support the running of our state-of-the-art refrigerant distillation columns. In this role, you will complete process setups, teardowns, transfers, bulk tank movements, and safety checks. The Process Operator role is a vital part of our goal to increase gas processing capacity at our site, come join our growing team in a career with A-Gas.

Why A-Gas?

Starting pay $25 an hour plus, depending on experience. A-Gas offers generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a 401(k), company-paid short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, training initiatives, professional certifications, and a tuition reimbursement program. It is an exciting time to be a part of A-Gas, come grow with us!

Shift Work Expectations

• 12 hours 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, or 7:30 PM to 7:30 AM
• The schedule is a rotation of 4 days on 3 days off, then 3 days on 4 days off
• Each shift rotates quarterly from days to nights
• Enjoy 3 or 4 days off a week making this an ideal schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation column by assisting the Operator II and Lead Operator in work assignments, managing the production of Blends, Chemical Transfers, ISO movements.
• Support the daily supervision and monitoring of tank farm and facility controls, (pressure gauges, scale monitors).
• Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to leadership to ensure site safety and product quality.
• Responsible for updating daily production results, leak check results, and performance by task.
• Encourage and participate in a Health and Safety culture to ensure a safe practicing environment.
• Uphold company policy and practices for self and peers, related to health and safety.
• Responsible for ensuring that quality control is implemented on a constant basis.
• Any other tasks, as required

Experience, Knowledge, and Qualification

Essential

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• 2+ years Chemical Process Experience or Associates Degree preferred
• Must be able to obtain HazMat Certification and EPA 608 Certification
• Poses excellent math skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience in manufacturing, or in the Chemicals industry or Production Processes
• Previous experience with Pumps, Hose, Compressors, PMS, Lockout Tag Out
• Experience with Microsoft 365, including Excel/Word

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.