Chemical Operator (Loader) (60215)

LSB INDUSTRIES•Pryor Creek, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Operator (Loader) role involves loading and unloading trucks and railcars safely and efficiently. Key tasks include verifying loading schedules, inspecting vehicles for mechanical issues, wearing required PPE, and following proper procedures to connect hoses and transfer products. The worker ensures accurate weight measurements and compliance with safety regulations, communicates issues to supervisors, and completes necessary paperwork. Additional duties include operating equipment such as a trac-mobile and forklift, performing safety checks, maintaining cleanliness, completing required training, and submitting daily reports. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (i.e., GED).
1 year of related experience (preferred, not required).
Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrate basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
Must be tolerant and non-allergic to exposure to ammonia, chemical, and acid fumes.
Must be able to lift and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work a full 12-hour shift, often standing, walking, and climbing during the entire 12 hours.
Must be able to climb ladders and stairways up to 100 feet high in order to operate equipment or take readings, and to work at heights up to 100 feet at any time of day or night, in any weather.
Must be able to reach overhead to operate manual valves.
Required to manually open and close valves on pipes up to 24” containing acid, steam, ammonia, water, or CO2.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including FR uniform, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, fall protection harnesses, and chemical exposure suits is required in designated areas, as well as a full-face respirator as necessary in emergencies.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This position requires candidates to be local to the site location or willing to relocate independently, as relocation assistance is not provided.

Nice To Haves

1 year of related experience

Responsibilities

Matches loading schedule to bill of lading.
Weighs railcar/truck prior to product transfer.
Fills out loading record.
Ensures that truck/railcar is positioned and secured at proper loading rack.
Visually inspects the railcar or truck to be involved in the upcoming transfer in order to ensure that it is mechanically sound and there is no defective equipment before loading or unloading.
Wears all protective clothing and equipment, including respirator and fresh air equipment that may be required to transfer the product in a manner that ensures maximum personal safety.
Connects loading hoses.
Loads railcar/truck according to loading instructions using gauges, loading meters, or weight.
Checks weight of railcar/truck after loading to ensure that gross weight does not exceed regulations.
Communicates with facility supervisor on any problems as they occur.
Disconnects loading arm/hose, inspects for any leaks, and completes required paperwork prior to releasing the railcar/truck.
Operates trac-mobile to move and position railcars for loading and shipment.
Regularly cleans and maintains work areas.
Operates forklift and other equipment as required if qualified.
Completes regular safety checks on machinery and equipment.
Completes all required LMS training modules.
Collects and submits all daily reports and paperwork and turns it in to the Board Operator.
Completes any other duties that may be assigned in order to complete the job.