Production Technician

SNF Holding Company; Bay St. Louis (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

SNF Holding Company in Bay St. Louis, MS, seeks a Production Technician responsible for processing raw materials into marketable products. Candidates must be hardworking and proficient in Microsoft software, with a focus on teamwork and safety in a chemical production environment.

The role includes operating equipment, conducting inspections, and adhering to safety practices. Competitive salary and benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of general math and chemistry.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. and work from elevated platforms.
• Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust production processes for quality and productivity.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and monitor reaction parameters.
• Document, record, and communicate with co-workers and supervisors.

Skills

Good reading comprehension skills

Good interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Customer/quality focus

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Forklift

Yard Dog

SCBA

Job description

Overview

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water‑soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700+ in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon‑intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth.

Responsibilities

The Production Technician will work as a part of a nine‑person team under the Production Area Manager at SNF's Polychemie site (Pearlington, MS). The Production Technician is responsible for processing raw material into the marketable, in‑spec product by operating plant equipment and controlling the chemical process safely and efficiently. A successful candidate will need to be hard‑working, organized, proficient in Microsoft software (Excel, Word, Access), have a good attitude, and work well individually and as part of a team. A candidate must be willing to work overtime, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity, in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
• Make necessary operating adjustments via instrumentation, equipment, or chemical additions to maintain product specifications.
• Operate pumps, valves, and instruments to adjust fluid levels, flows, temperatures, pressures, and the starting/stopping of mechanical equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and monitor reaction parameters.
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
• Collect samples for laboratory testing and perform laboratory analysis.
• Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to the production team and shift supervisors.
• Document, record, and communicate (written and verbal) with co‑workers, supervisors, and other production crews.
• Package finished products within bulk or packaged containers.
• Operate a forklift, power and hand tools, and computers.
• Work safely with hazardous chemicals during off‑loading.
• Assist with routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment.
• Perform minor mechanical maintenance.
• Self‑motivated; leadership skills; adaptability; oral communication; decision making; frustration tolerance; flexibility; customer/quality focus; teamwork.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience, Licenses and Certifications:

Must complete the training program to maintain employment. Familiarity with safety practices and techniques relating to chemical/power/industrial manufacturing/production is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Good reading comprehension skills and knowledge of general math and chemistry.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with diverse team members.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing utilizing the English language.
• Must have a wide degree of creativity and work in a self‑directed environment as required.
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs., climb stairs, and work from elevated platforms.
• Software and equipment proficiency: MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Yokogawa Trending Packages, ExaQuantum, OMNIS, SAP, OHM, Forklift, Yard Dog, Respirator/SCBA.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Incidental Days
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development & Training

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.