Chemical Operator

Draslovka • Memphis, TN

88d • Onsite

About The Position

Draslovka is hiring an experienced Chemical Operator for our Memphis Plant. This role requires a candidate with demonstrated ability and job aptitude to perform essential job functions, a positive attitude, and the ability to work with a team. The operator will work in a high hazard environment and must be willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability and job aptitude to perform the essential job functions of vacant position.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with a team.
• High School diploma/equivalency.
• 3-5 years as an operator in a chemical or related petrochemical manufacturing process or industry (or relevant experience defined by management).
• High regard for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Proficient in computers to perform job tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong reading comprehension and listening skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Strong work ethic, discipline, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator (no facial hair), SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb stairs, reach overhead, lift up to 50lbs, and have excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity, with or without accommodations.
• Willing and able to serve on the site Fire Brigade, including the ability to successfully pass all physical fitness/medical requirements.
• Ability to work in a High Hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Ability to work rotating 12 hour rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as business needs require.
• A current and valid, state-issued driver's license.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Capability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed team environment.
• Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential job functions of a vacant position.
• Work with a team.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator (no facial hair), SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb stairs, reach overhead, lift up to 50lbs, and have excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity, with or without accommodations.
• Serve on the site Fire Brigade, including the ability to successfully pass all physical fitness/medical requirements.
• Work in a High Hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Work rotating 12 hour rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as business needs require.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees