1st shift Chemical Operator I (6AM-2:30PM)

PFX Group•Cincinnati, OH

23h

About The Position

The Chemical Operator creates chemical blends according to customer specifications or loads and unloads products from bulk tank trucks and railcars in accordance with internal policies and procedures. The operator may assist in other plant areas as needed and must follow established procedures and all safety and quality guidelines. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. In blending, the operator verifies the tank to be used, follows blending-sheet instructions, connects the appropriate hoses to tanks and pumps, records additive lot numbers and quantities, submits the completed blend sheet to the lab, and communicates with the lab about approvals or corrections. The operator transfers approved product to a storage vessel, organizes additive bins, maintains a clean and safe plant and warehouse, manages Tank Farm raw-material tank levels and inventories, performs preventative maintenance and minor equipment repairs, and conducts analytical testing to confirm blend quality. In bulk operations, the operator inspects trucks and railcars before loading or unloading, checks calibration charts or sets the meter for the required volume, takes samples for lab processing, connects hoses to filters, tanks, and pumps, and loads or unloads the appropriate product. The operator seals and placards vehicles after completing paperwork, informs the Operations Support Specialist when loading or unloading is complete, performs preventative maintenance and minor Tank Farm equipment repairs, and conducts analytical testing to verify product quality. Other duties may be assigned. The role requires regular standing and walking; frequent use of tools or controls, climbing or balancing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing. Lifting and moving requirements are up to 42 pounds regularly, 55 pounds frequently, and 75 pounds occasionally; horizontal pushing up to 125 pounds is also required. The work environment includes regular work near moving mechanical parts, frequent exposure to heat or cold, and occasional outdoor weather, wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and vibration. Noise levels can be loud.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting and moving up to 75 pounds occasionally and horizontally pushing up to 125 pounds.
Ability to work in the described plant environment, including exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures and comply with safety and quality guidelines.
For blending, verify the tank to be used and follow blending-sheet instructions to create chemical blends.
Connect appropriate hoses to tanks and pumps, and record the lot number and quantity of each additive used.
Submit completed blend sheets to the lab and communicate about blend approvals or corrections.
Transfer approved product to a storage vessel.
Organize additive bins and maintain a clean, safe, and organized plant and warehouse.
Control and maintain Tank Farm raw-material tank levels and inventories.
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on Tank Farm equipment.
Conduct analytical testing to confirm blends and products meet quality specifications.
For bulk operations, inspect trucks and railcars before loading or unloading.
Check calibration charts or set the meter for the proper volume.
Take product samples and send them to the lab for processing.
Connect hoses to filters, tanks, and pumps, and load or unload the appropriate product.
Seal and placard trucks or railcars after completing paperwork.
Notify the Operations Support Specialist when loading or unloading is complete.
Assist in other areas of the plant as needed and perform other duties as assigned.