Chemical Control Systems Operator
HARCROS CHEMICALS•Kansas City, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Chemical Control Systems Operator coordinates activities related to processing materials and manufacturing products within an industrial environment. Ensures safe, efficient operations while adhering to established procedures and regulatory requirements, including those related to hazardous materials.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- 1–3 years of related experience or training.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, percentages).
- Ability to solve practical problems and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with hazardous materials or hazardous waste handling.
- Familiarity with industrial process equipment such as reactors, pumps, and vacuum systems.
- Knowledge of safety systems and valve operations.
- Prior experience training or mentoring employees.
Responsibilities
- Operate reactor instruments, controls, and process equipment to maintain proper pressure, temperature, and flow.
- Monitor and respond to changes in process conditions, including pumps, reactors, coolers, and vacuum systems.
- Interpret and follow manufacturing procedures to produce products safely and efficiently.
- Calculate batch sizes and accurately record manufacturing data.
- Generate, handle, inspect, and manage hazardous waste, including storage and compliance requirements.
- Respond to hazardous waste spills and incidents according to site emergency and contingency plans.
- Prepare and maintain required hazardous waste documentation (e.g., manifests, inspection logs, waste determinations, and reports).
- Load and unload materials, including tank trucks and tank cars.
- Transport materials between storage and designated work areas.
- Operate various valve systems and follow safety protocols.
- Complete production, transfer, and operational documentation.
- Assist with training new employees and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- bonus opportunities
- vehicle/car allowances for eligible roles
- multiple medical plan options
- disability coverage
- AD&D
- life insurance
- ESOP participation
- 401(k) and Roth options
- company contributions
- early vesting
- Access to Lyra mental health and wellness resources for employees and dependents
- 10 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
