Chemical Operator

Macdermid • West Haven, CT

112d • $19 - $29

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability, and sustainability in electronic materials. Our Expertise includes Wafer Level Solutions, Semiconductor Assembly Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, Circuit Board Assembly Solutions, and Film & Smart Surface Solutions. Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, and infrastructure, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services covers the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape. We strive to embody the five “Elements of our Culture,” our “5Cs”: Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with at least 2 years of applicable experience; chemical manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Experience with sulfide or cyanide gold reaction processes or other precious metals products.
• Experience working in a clean-room environment.
• Forklift certification and Hazardous Waste Operations certification preferable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; convey technical information effectively and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, etc.

Responsibilities

• Work from written procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and their compounds through a sequence of batch operations.
• Operate equipment, including reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses used in the manufacture of said products.
• Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales and flow meters.
• Weigh, measure and check raw materials and finished product to ensure that batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and quantities and that accurate inventory is maintained.
• Perform product weighing, packaging, labeling, and boxing operations in accordance with SOP's.
• Locate materials in the warehouse and transport to manufacturing areas using a forklift as needed.
• Collect process samples and interface with laboratory personnel for analysis.
• Maintain required log sheets including but not limited to batch tickets, packaging sheets, scrubber operation log, pH meter calibration, and equipment inspections.
• Attend required HSE training including Hazardous Waste Management, emergency response, and Hazard Communication, and demonstrate an acceptable level of understanding of topics.
• Package, mark, and label Hazardous Waste containers.
• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, OHSA'S 18001 standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in work area.
• Communicate with shift leader regarding safety, production, quality, or any other operational issues.
• Actively participate in shift meetings to assist in work planning and continuous improvement.
• Adheres to all corporate, plant, and safety policies/procedures.
• Wears personal protective equipment as applicable.
• Completes all assigned training including corporate, HSE and Quality specific requirements.
• Train other chemical operators in operations, processes, and procedures as needed to ensure efficiencies, safety, and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth.
• Competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan).
• Benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED