Chemical Operator

Austin Powder•Mcarthur, OH

51d

About The Position

Our company is currently seeking a skilled and experienced PETN Chemical Operator for our explosive manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have some mechanical and chemical experience, excellent communication skills, and a high degree of mechanical and chemical aptitude. The successful applicant will be responsible for operating production line equipment, handling and packaging finished goods, loading raw materials, monitoring the production process, operating loading machinery, maintaining work area and equipment, carrying out basic quality and testing checks, data logging, and reporting any issues with equipment directly to supervision. The applicant must be willing and able to cross-train into all positions within the PETN process. The applicant must understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (Work Instructions) and production directives without deviation. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., sit, stand, climb stairs and qualify for all required PPE. ABOUT AUSTIN POWDER Austin Powder manufactures a full line of industrial explosives and provides blasting services to customers in the quarrying, mining, construction, and oil and gas industries -- all for the purpose of providing aggregate, energy, and mineral products to consumers. Our values of commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the power of family are the very bedrock upon which our company's culture is built. We truly value our team which is why we offer competitive opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Requirements

Must have basic understanding of computers
Must be able to handle working in chemical manufacturing environment
Must be self-starter capable of working in team or sole contributor
Good organization and record keeping skills
Excellent communication skills
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Ability to work overtime when applicable
3rd shift
Minimum of a high school education or equivalent mandatory

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in Chemical Operations
Previous working experience with Process Safety Management
Explosive or chemical manufacturing
Mechanically inclined
Previous working experience with Microsoft Word, Excel

Responsibilities

Operating production line equipment
Handling and packaging finished goods
Loading raw materials
Monitoring the production process
Operating loading machinery
Maintaining work area and equipment
Carrying out basic quality and testing checks
Data logging
Reporting any issues with equipment directly to supervision
Cross-train into all positions within the PETN process
Understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (Work Instructions) and production directives without deviation