Chemical Loading Operator - Frankford

AvanSix • Philadelphia, PA

7d • $28

About The Position

Position Summary: The Chemical Loading Operator performs all aspects of safely transferring bulk liquid chemical products to and from trucks, rail, and barges. Summary of the Main Responsibilities: Responsible for the safe and proper handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with plant requirements Provide efficient and traceable movement of in-bound and out-bound company products Load and unload hazardous liquid chemical trucks, rail cars, and barges Perform standard work and adhere to standard operating procedures to ensure unit safety, quality, and production goals are met Maintain proper housekeeping and clean work environment Perform minor running maintenance Participate as member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including fire brigade, HAZWOPER technician, and confined space rescue

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Experience in manufacturing or chemical plant operations is preferred
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card is required
• Chemical operations background/experience is preferred
• Strong safety awareness mindset
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to policies and procedures
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action within an industrial setting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and ability to learn new technical skills
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule
• Work in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)
• Work at elevated heights – greater than 100 feet
• Lift at least 50lbs
• Work in confined spaces
• Ability to handle and work with highly hazardous chemicals
• Ability to wear and work in full body PPE (personal protective equipment) which includes acid suit (acid jacket & acid pants) – full face respirator and hood
• Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Chemical operations background/experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and proper handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with plant requirements
• Provide efficient and traceable movement of in-bound and out-bound company products
• Load and unload hazardous liquid chemical trucks, rail cars, and barges
• Perform standard work and adhere to standard operating procedures to ensure unit safety, quality, and production goals are met
• Maintain proper housekeeping and clean work environment
• Perform minor running maintenance
• Participate as member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including fire brigade, HAZWOPER technician, and confined space rescue

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees