Production Operator Job

Arkema Inc; Mulberry (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc in Mulberry, FL seeks a Production Operator to support manufacturing of chemicals used in fertilizer and mining. The shift rotates days, nights, and weekends on 12-hour shifts, with overtime as needed, and requires coordinating with QA, maintenance, and truck drivers.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, connecting hoses, monitoring processes with DCS, performing LOTO, recording transfers, and maintaining inventory while keeping the work area clean; a high school diploma is

Qualifications

• Must pass a job-related math exam and DOT placarding exam.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Experience driving DOT tank trailers and forklifts.
• Understanding chemical properties and hazards.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload products from bulk storage and DOT tank trailers.
• Connect/disconnect hoses and transfer products using pumping systems.
• Monitor chemical processes with a DCS computer system.
• May work in more than one area during a shift.
• Use basic math to verify chemical ratios.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Complete paperwork including Bills of Lading and transfers.
• Maintain inventory levels and document transfers.
• Climb ladders to access tank domes and containers.
• Follow safety rules and OSHA standards; perform LOTO.
• Enter work orders into CMMS to ensure equipment readiness.
• Keep the work area clean through routine housekeeping.

Skills

Math proficiency

Tape measure reading

Operate DOT tank trailer and forklift

Chemical hazard awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPT certification

Tools

CMMS

DCS control system

LOTO procedures

Job description

Reports to a Production Supervisor

JOB DIMENSIONS

• - Responsible for manufacturing custom chemicals that are used in fertilizer & mining, industrial minerals, and road construction.
• - Shift schedule rotates days, nights, and weekends - 12-hour shifts - 6am/pm-6pm/am, overtime may be required depending on demands of the business
• - Advises, consults, and coordinates with: Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Truck Drivers

ACTIVITIES

• - Load/unload products from/to bulk storage tanks, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated tank trailers, overseas shipping containers, railcars, totes, and drums
• - Connect/disconnect hoses, open/close valves and transfer products using liquid pumping systems
• - Use a Distrusted Control System (DCS) computer system to monitor chemical processes
• - Depending on business demand operators may be required to work more than one area during a shift.
• - Use basic math to verify proper chemical formula ratios
• - Troubleshoot equipment and processes
• - Complete paperwork, sign Bill of Landings, document material transfers, placard vessels for safe transportation of product.
• - Calculate, manage, and document the transfer of products to maintain acceptable inventory levels
• - Climb on ladders to secure and open dome lids on tank trailers, shipping containers, and railcars.
• - Follows all established safety rules and procedures required by ArrMaz and OSHA Standards
• - Performs Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) as required
• - Enters work orders into computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to ensure equipment remains in good working order
• - Keep work area clean by completing routine housekeeping duties.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• - Position based in Mulberry, Florida
• - Working environment is in a chemical facility. Must be comfortable with outdoor working conditions, routinely exposed to the elements. Frequent walking in a large production facility.
• - Must be able to safely perform all the duties of the job
• - Ability to lift 50lbs. repetitively (pulling and connecting hoses)
• - Capable of bending, climbing, stooping, and standing for long periods of time on concrete

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• - Ability to pass a job-related math exam and job-related DOT placarding exam
• - Ability to read a tape measure
• - Capable of driving a DOT tank trailer transport vehicle and forklift
• - Ability to understand the basics of chemical properties and recognize potential hazards

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• - High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required
• - Experience in a chemical related field, preferred.
• - Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification, highly desired.
• - Must be able to pass a post-offer/pre-placement drug screen, background check, job-related physical abilities, and pulmonary function test.