Senior Chemical Operator

Kodak Corp; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodak seeks a Senior Chemical Operator for our Specialty Chemical Division in New York. You will manage and maintain the flow of chemicals through processing equipment, aiming to maximize output and product quality while minimizing waste.

The role requires completing SCID operator training, strict adherence to HSE procedures, and strong teamwork. You will need good communication skills, basic math, and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must complete SCID operator training program focusing on HSE, equipment function/setup, procedures.
• Adhere to HSE procedures including PPE and chemical verifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Good written and verbal communication; read and write related material.
• Proficient with computers and databases used in operations.
• Ability to perform basic math, percentages and calculations.
• Maintain clean work area and practice 5S, work safely at all times.
• Work with hazardous chemicals; PPE required.
• Physical: walking, standing, lifting, and occasional awkward positions.
• Willing to work overtime or adjust schedule for shutdowns.
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills; know when to STOP, CALL and WAIT.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain product flow of chemicals through processing equipment.
• Maximize output and product quality while minimizing waste.

Skills

SCID training

HSE compliance

Teamwork

Written & verbal communication

Computer skills

Math basics

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Kodak is looking for Senior Chemical Operators to work in our Specialty Chemical Division (SCID). These operators will manage and maintain a product flow of various chemicals through the chemical processing equipment and maximize output, product quality and minimize waste.

Specialized Skills Job Expectations:

• Each Process Operator is required to go through SCID operator training program, with a primary focus on HSE, process equipment function/setup, operating procedures and process operating techniques.
• Strict adherence to division operating procedures regarding HSE, such as chemical verifications, additions of chemical, lifting procedures/polices and required PPE with no exceptions.
• Individual needs to have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good communication skills are needed, both written and verbal, with the ability to express oneself clearly, read job related material and write effectively. The ability to comprehend a variety of work requests.
• Need to be able to function on a computer utilizing various databases and programs.
• The ability to apply basic math concepts, addition, subtraction, multiplications, divide and calculate percentages.
• Individual must be able to maintain a clean work area, practice good 5s and operate in a safe manner at all time.
• Individual will be working with and exposed to various chemicals, some of which may be hazardous, where PPE is prescribed and required to protect the body.
• Position required a lot of walking, standing, and frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, occasional awkward positions are some of physical aspects of the job.
• Willing to work overtime or adjust work schedule for shutdowns and business needs.
• Need to have good analytical and trouble shooting skills. Knowing when to STOP, CALL and Wait for help when issues or problems are confronted.
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts.

Desired skills:

• Manufacturing experience, some technical background, mechanical, electrical or chemical.
• Good interpretation of procedures and adherence to HSE and process procedures.
• The desire to continually improve oneself and processes utilizing KOS tools and understanding lean manufacturing concepts.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.