Chemical Operations Technician

Evonik•Saratoga Springs, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Technician is responsible for all aspects pertaining to the Hydrogen Peroxide Purification Process. This includes ensuring the transfer of materials, chemical additions, and blends in a safe and timely manner. The role will also include some heavy lifting, climbing stairs and routine outdoor activities associated with the plant. Operations Technicians are given levels, I, II and III based on their development at the site. This job description is for Operations Technician Level I.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Understand and follow all general safety and quality requirements
Understand the plant and its processes and demonstrate general operating abilities
Perform line ups, identify valves, and piping to successfully operate the tank farm
Operate the high purity hydrogen peroxide purification process and batching system
Perform unloading of incoming railcars and loading of outgoing ISOtainers or tankers
Perform sampling using techniques described in our procedures and perform basic lab testing
Perform adjustments, and routine maintenance/inspections and upkeep of operations equipment
Understand and be able to operate utility systems in the plant
Participate in safety or quality investigations, process hazard analyses, or failure and effects mode assessments as needed.
Complete assigned action items in a timely manner
Assist level II and level III operators in routine and non routine LOTO, Car Seals, and completion of work permitting processes.
Perform housekeeping in all plant areas as needed to keep a safe and healthy environment which supports a high purity operation
Such other requirements as the Employer shall determine, in its discretion and in collaboration with operations