Senior Chemical Process Operator — Training & Shifts

W3Global; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Chemical Operator in Pittsburgh to safely operate chemical processing equipment and support production activities in line with procedures, safety rules, and quality standards.

Depending on experience, responsibilities range from learning basic operations to independently managing process equipment, troubleshooting, training other operators, and coordinating shift activities while maintaining rigorous logs and ensuring product specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical processing or process operations preferred.
• Completion of a chemical/operator training program preferred.
• Strong mechanical and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures.
• Ability to monitor equipment and production data.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Experience training operators and coordinating shifts for senior level.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment and supporting production activities.
• Safely load and unload materials into process equipment.
• Set up, operate, and adjust control devices.
• Monitor reactions and record data on changes in properties and composition.
• Adjust valves and controls to maintain temperature, pressure, and vacuum.
• Maintain logs of gauge readings, production activity, and malfunctions.
• Draw samples and test products to ensure specifications.
• Inspect equipment and report issues; assist with troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Identify opportunities to improve methods, equipment, and efficiency.
• Promote safety and quality initiatives; respond to emergencies as needed.
• Senior operators may coordinate shifts and train others.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Mathematics

Reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Under pressure

Education

Chemical/operator training program

Job description

W3Global is seeking a Chemical Operator in Pittsburgh to safely operate chemical processing equipment and support production activities in line with procedures, safety rules, and quality standards.

Depending on experience, responsibilities range from learning basic operations to independently managing process equipment, troubleshooting, training other operators, and coordinating shift activities while maintaining rigorous logs and ensuring product specifications.