Chemical Operator (12 Hour Rotating Shifts)

American Chrome & Chemicals Inc•Castle Hayne, NC

38d•$28 - $30

About The Position

The Chemical Operator operates and monitors chemical processing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. The role involves inspecting machinery, maintaining production and quality records, monitoring process conditions, collecting and analyzing samples, and identifying and resolving mechanical or process-related issues. Operators work collaboratively using consensus decision-making and contribute to lean manufacturing practices and departmental goals. They follow daily operating instructions, provide feedback to supervisors, support shift handoffs, and conduct at least hourly tours of the manufacturing area. The position also includes safe chemical materials handling, adherence to safety protocols and SOPs, and participation in training related to machining, fabrication, and forklift operation. This is a 12-hour rotating-shift position that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime is needed, and call-ins may be required. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors in a chemical plant environment, with exposure to varying temperatures, moisture, humidity, noise, and substances associated with normal plant operations. Company-supplied protective equipment is required in production areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Process Technology degree or certification.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
2–3 years of experience working with machinery, mechanical processes, and chemical processes.
No fear of heights or confined spaces.
Experience with materials-handling techniques and safety practices.
Proficient computer skills, including use of process-control software and data entry.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to complete Hazmat training.
Strong problem-solving and equipment-troubleshooting skills.
Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Valid driver's license.
Visual abilities including clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and at 20 inches or less, judging distances and spatial relationships, peripheral vision while eyes are fixed, near-point eye adjustment, and identifying and distinguishing colors.
Ability to express ideas verbally and perceive the nature of sounds; ability to speak with and hear plant employees, vendors, customers, and others.
Ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, walk, twist, grasp, pull, push, reach overhead, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor areas and tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures, moisture, humidity, loud noises, and gases, dust, odors, fumes, and mists associated with normal chemical plant operations.
Wear company-supplied protective equipment in production areas, including a hard hat, safety glasses, respirator, gloves, slickers, and boots.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in chemistry or a related field.
Lean manufacturing experience.
Boiler experience.
Certified forklift operator.
3–5 years of experience as a process or chemical operator.
Pipefitting experience.
Experience with instrumentation and industrial electrical components.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment for safe, optimal performance.
Inspect machinery and equipment for issues and maintenance needs.
Work as part of a team and use consensus decision-making to meet departmental goals and objectives.
Maintain accurate production records, including batch numbers, quantities, and quality control measures.
Collaborate with team members on lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency.
Read and follow daily area operating instructions; provide supervisors with feedback on process conditions, operational issues, improvement ideas, and instructions.
Provide shift-change relief and conduct hourly tours of the manufacturing area to check equipment condition.
Identify and resolve mechanical or process-related issues.
Check process levels, temperatures, and pressures; communicate findings to supervisors.
Collect and analyze process samples and record results on the prescribed schedule.
Work assigned shifts and provide overtime coverage for coworkers' absences, illnesses, vacations, and holidays.
Assist with materials handling, including safe transport of chemicals within the facility.
Follow safety protocols and SOPs.
Participate in training related to machining, fabrication, and forklift operation.