Chemical Operator

Johnson Matthey•Savannah, GA

12d

About The Position

Together for a cleaner, healthier world. Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organization, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specializing in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story. Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector. Operates chemical mixing and processing equipment.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 6 months experience in an industrial environment
Previous experience operating a forklift preferred
Must be able to become forklift certified
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures, and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. This includes the ability to rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic computer skills
Self-motivated individual with good time management skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ROTATING SHIFT

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating a forklift preferred

Responsibilities

Knows, and observes all Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures and rules, and environmental practices.
Operates chemical packaging equipment; or, operates one or more of the following pieces of chemical processing equipment according to defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Calciner Ribbon Blender/Classifier Assists with operation of COP equipment Various pieces of processing equipment associated with HTLP
Troubleshoots all problems that occur on equipment in assigned area and reports issues to supervision.
Inspects and cleans all machinery within their scope of authority and performs minor repairs when necessary.
Prepares assigned equipment for maintenance.
Assists maintenance personnel with both preventive and unscheduled maintenance.
Draws product samples at prescribed intervals and submits them to the QC laboratory for analysis.
Maintains an accurate account of daily tasks in the area logbook.
Communicates with previous and incoming shift personnel regarding production, maintenance and other pertinent details as captured in the area logbook.
Responsible for the cleanliness of the area assigned.
May perform other related assignments and operate other equipment as determined by supervision.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles).
Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

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