Chemical Operator

Element Solutions Inc•West Haven, CT

35d•$21 - $31

About The Position

The Chemical Operator operates production equipment to manufacture chemical batches in accordance with company standard operating procedures and applicable local, state, and federal safety, health, and environmental regulations. The role processes, purifies, and chemically fabricates products and compounds through batch operations, handles raw materials and finished products, and maintains accurate production and inventory records. The operator uses production equipment such as reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, meters, valves, and hoses; packages and labels products and hazardous waste; and may locate and transport materials with a forklift. The position also involves collecting process samples, communicating operational issues to the shift leader, participating in shift meetings and continuous improvement, and training other chemical operators as needed. Operations must follow applicable company procedures and referenced ISO and OHSA standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of applicable experience making batches and working with and blending chemicals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information effectively and concisely.
Basic knowledge of chemical production processes and equipment operation.
Familiarity with chemical safety, PPE use, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to operate production equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
Understanding of quality control principles and product consistency.
Ability to accurately complete production records and follow written procedures.
Ability to perform manual tasks, lift, stand for extended periods, and work in various environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Chemical manufacturing experience.
Experience with sulfide or cyanide gold reaction processes or other precious metals products.
Experience working in a clean-room environment.
Forklift certification.
Hazardous Waste Operations certification.
Vocational training or certifications in chemical processing or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and compounds through a sequence of batch operations using written procedures.
Operate reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses used in manufacturing.
Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters.
Weigh, measure, and check raw materials and finished products to ensure batches contain the proper ingredients and quantities and that inventory is accurate.
Weigh, package, label, and box products according to standard operating procedures.
Locate warehouse materials and transport them to manufacturing areas using a forklift as needed.
Collect process samples and coordinate with laboratory personnel for analysis.
Maintain required records, including batch tickets, packaging sheets, scrubber operation logs, pH meter calibration records, and equipment inspections.
Package, mark, and label hazardous-waste containers.
Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSA'S 18001 standards.
Communicate safety, production, quality, and other operational issues to the shift leader.
Participate in shift meetings to assist with work planning and continuous improvement.
Train other chemical operators in operations, processes, and procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.