Union Operator

Croda; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Croda is seeking a Union Operator at Atlas Point, New Castle, Delaware. You will perform operational production duties including receiving and charging raw materials, operating vessels, extracting and packaging finished product, all in accordance with SHE guidelines and cGMP requirements.

You will handle batch records, operate forklifts, assist with equipment maintenance, and participate in safe, environmentally sound procedures across the site.

Qualifications

• 3+ years chemical operator experience.
• High school graduate.
• Basic math skills and reading comprehension.
• RCRA/Hazardous Waste Handler, Forklift training and license.
• Safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications—80%.
• Operate vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures.
• Monitor temperature, pressure, and material charges.
• Take samples to lab, obtain results, and adjust batch as necessary.
• Record data on batch sheets and maintain documentation.
• Package the product for shipment.
• Load and unload bulk/packaged materials.
• Operate fork truck and handle materials safely.
• Conduct equipment maintenance and prepare for maintenance activities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment and follow OSHA requirements.

Skills

Chemical operator experience

Fork lift operation

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fork lift license

Job description

Be part of our journey

As a global leader in specialty chemicals, we continue to succeed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable, and high-performance solutions. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace.

Location:

Atlas Point

Location Address:

315 Cherry Lane
New Castle, Delaware, DE 19720
United States

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Be part of our journey

As a global leader in specialty chemicals, we continue to succeed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable, and high-performance solutions. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace.

Our ideal person

As a business, it is really important to us that we find the best person for the job and that you have the best opportunity to succeed in the role. To help, we have outlined our expectations for the role and what core skills and experiences we require as well as what would make you an ideal fit. In turn, we hope this helps you evaluate if this is the right job for you.

Overall Role Description

Croda has an opening for a Union Operator to join our team. You will be responsible for performing all duties associated with the operational aspect of production, including but not limited to the receiving and charging of raw materials, the operation of vessels, and the extraction and packaging of finished product in compliance with SHE guidelines, government regulations, cGMP, manufacturing packets and process procedures, and at the discretion of the supervisor.

Key Duties/Purpose Of Role

• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications – 80%
• Operate the vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures
• Monitor temperature and pressure/charge and discharge raw materials/run boil outs
• Sample product by following sampling procedures (take sample to lab, get results, adjust batch as necessary)
• Record basic data on batch sheets
• Package the product
• Handle and locate chemicals – 10%
• Load and unload bulk/packaged materials (raw materials and finished products)
• Drum product & repackage
• Pick raw materials from storage & charge materials
• Operate fork truck
• Conduct equipment maintenance – 10%
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment
• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely in an environmentally sound manner including emergencies, start-up and shut down and OSHA related issues
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment and its use. Partner with Operations to safely manage the site maintenance process. Problems are usually complex in nature and require a high degree of troubleshooting skills. Problems can also include an advisory role in emergency situations.

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• 3+ years chemical operator experience
• High school graduate
• Basic math skills (computation) and basic reading comprehension.
• RCRA/Hazardous Waste Handler, Fork truck training and license,
• Safety training preferred

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move items up to 50 pounds and 155 lbs. with help
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Occasionally push and pull wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
• Ability to climb ladders and stair towers safely and without limitation
• Ability to work in production environments that may be noisy, unlit, unheated, not air-conditioned
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours
• Required to move throughout the production floor including uneven surfaces, climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator and pass all pulmonary function tests.
• Must be able to pass drug test, physical, and background check

Application Information

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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