Chemical Operator Prod

Cabot Corporation • Carrollton, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations. If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply!

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing and able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Able to work independently as well.
• Self-motivated with a track record of dependability including work history.
• A proven positive safety, health, and environmental record.
• Familiar with topics such as personal protective equipment, confined space entry, lockout / tagout, hot work, safe work permitting, emergency response, and hazard awareness.
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, troubleshooting, problem solve, process control, and process improvements.
• Able to read and interpret complex operating instructions.
• Accurate and consistent in performing tasks.
• General mechanical aptitude.
• Familiar with safe and effective use of basic hand tools.
• Working knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and react effectively in critical situations.
• Experience with accident and near miss reporting, incident investigation, and accountability to standards
• Effective time management, organizational, and record keeping skills.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (e-mail program).
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment such as fork lifts and aerial work platforms.
• Flexible in performing changing assignments and work schedules.
• May be required to work off-shift hours.
• Physical requirements include but not limited to climbing stairs and ladders, standing or sitting for extended periods, outdoor work, working at heights from scaffold, ladders, and/or grating, use of hand tools, and occasional heavy lifting (50lbs).

Nice To Haves

• A degree or certificate in Chemical Process Technology is preferred.
• Associate degree in a related field or the military equivalency including ETA school would be a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of chemical manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the chemical process systems and related equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the process to maintain required operating conditions.
• Assists in loading product for shipment and in unloading product or raw materials.
• Maintain and continuously improve upon knowledge of all processes and equipment.
• Performs general and predictive/preventive maintenance on process and support equipment.
• Uses computerized business management system to enter work orders and document work performed.
• Document equipment condition to establish trends in operations or breakdowns.
• Conducts quality control testing following Cabot test methods.
• Utilizes Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to monitor process consistency and product quality.
• Works in a safe manner.
• Actively participates in Cabot’s safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Attends scheduled team meetings and completes safety training requirements.
• Keeps work area safe and clean.
• Actively supports efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care® and ISO Management Systems in line with the requirements of the RC14001® and ISO9001 technical specifications.
• Completes all required reports, records, and measurements, i.e. SH&E incident reporting, production records, lab testing results, etc.
• Works a 12 hour rotating shift schedule and overtime when required, responds to call-outs.
• Able to work different shift schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled/RC14001
• Cabot Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and to empower employees to achieve exceptional results, without consideration of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories.
• This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employees’ and applicants’ disabilities or religious beliefs and practices, in accordance with applicable law.
• Cabot is committed to supporting and maintaining a safe and environmentally focused working environment.
• All employees are expected to uphold this commitment in every position.
• Nondiscrimination Policy with Respect to Discussion of Pay
• Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Background Checks
• Cabot is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED