Chemical Loading Operator - Frankford

AdvanSix•Philadelphia, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Loading Operator performs all aspects of safely transferring bulk liquid chemical products to and from trucks, rail cars, and barges. The role handles hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with plant requirements and supports efficient, traceable movement of inbound and outbound products. Operators follow standard operating procedures to meet unit safety, quality, and production goals, maintain a clean work environment, and perform minor running maintenance. The position also participates in the Emergency Response Team, including fire brigade, HAZWOPER technician, and confined-space rescue duties. The role requires working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule in a fast-paced, physically demanding industrial environment. Conditions may include adverse weather, elevated heights over 100 feet, confined spaces, and work with highly hazardous chemicals while wearing full-body personal protective equipment, including an acid suit, full-face respirator, and hood. The hourly rate is $28.31. AdvanSix describes its benefits as including paid holidays and time off, stock purchase eligibility, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, short-term disability, and life insurance options. Some roles may also qualify for incentive pay, equity awards, or deferred compensation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card.
Strong safety awareness.
Ability to adhere to policies and procedures.
Attention to detail.
Mechanical aptitude.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action in an industrial setting.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
Strong work ethic, initiative, and ability to learn new technical skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, including cold, heat, humidity, rain, and snow.
Ability to work at heights greater than 100 feet.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to work in confined spaces and handle highly hazardous chemicals.
Ability to wear and work in full-body PPE, including an acid jacket and pants, full-face respirator, and hood.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or chemical plant operations.
Chemical operations background or experience.

Responsibilities

Safely handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with plant requirements.
Provide efficient and traceable movement of inbound and outbound company products.
Load and unload hazardous liquid chemical trucks, rail cars, and barges.
Perform standard work and follow standard operating procedures to meet unit safety, quality, and production goals.
Maintain proper housekeeping and a clean work environment.
Perform minor running maintenance.
Participate in the Emergency Response Team, including fire brigade, HAZWOPER technician, and confined-space rescue duties.

Benefits

Industry-competitive benefits focused on employee well-being.
Competitive compensation.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness programs.
Paid vacation and paid time off.
Paid holidays.
401(k) with company matching.
Health savings account eligibility and flexible spending accounts.
Short-term disability benefits and eligibility to purchase long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverage.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development.
Eligibility to purchase company stock.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive pay, equity awards, and deferred compensation.