Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is hiring a Chemical Operator.

Work Location: Erie County, NY

Summary:

Operate chemical manufacturing processes according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities:

• Follow Quality, Health, Environmental & Safety (QHE&S) and ISO 9001 standards and procedures.
• Never compromise safety of any team members, customers, suppliers, or the environment.
• Follow all process SOPs to ensure quality product and data is produced.
• Learn and operate multiple chemical processes in a timely matter.
• Perform analytical tests on raw materials and final products.
• Record and monitor multiple parameters, such as process conditions, test results, and instrument readings. Be able to make adjustments based on data.
• Communicate with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, accuracy, and product quality.
• Move raw materials and products with a forklift or hand dolly.
• Charge raw materials to process, monitor process waste, and pack out final products.
• Continually look to develop process improvements to enhance quality, safety, and productivity.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; willingness to work rotating shift schedules.
• Perform minor maintenance and housekeeping activities in their area as directed by the production leader.

Qualifications:

• Minimum – High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred – Some college course work, military experience, or some manufacturing experience
• Lifting requirement of approximately 50 pounds multiple times during a shift.
• Standing/walking for long periods of time.
• Climbing manufacturing platforms, ladders, and stairs.
• Ability and willingness to wear a full-face respirator.
• Skills: chemical operators, chemical handling, machine operation

Published Category: Manufacturing & Technical Operations