Chemical Operator - 2nd Shift (Organic Division)

Gfs Chemicals•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

GFS Chemicals is seeking a Chemical Operator to join our Organic Division at our River St. location. The Chemical Operator is responsible for performing fascinating processes to manufacture chemicals used in automotive, pharmaceuticals, electronics, agrochemical, and energy commercial applications. You will learn multiple work centers over time allowing a changing work environment each day. Apply now to learn more about GFS Chemicals. Let’s see if we have “Chemistry"!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to drive a forklift after training
Ability to navigate, control, and read instructions with an automation control system
Good organizational and housekeeping practices
Problem solving and analytical math skills including metrics & basic algebra
Ability to write numbers and letters legibly
The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Maintains a positive attitude toward work and others
Must be safety conscious
Physical ability to lift heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work in various weather conditions

Nice To Haves

3+ years of prior industrial/manufacturing experience preferred
Previous work experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred
Previous work experience with hazardous chemicals preferred
Mechanical aptitude preferred

Responsibilities

Manufacture products as directed by management and chemical preps
This includes loading reactors, running reactions, unloading reactors & dryers, coordinating with distillation and quality control, and packaging of finished product
Follow safety protocols and adhere to all safety regulations in the handling and storage of chemicals
Follow all environmental regulations and procedures for chemical waste disposal
Conduct routine housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized work area
May need to perform minor maintenance repairs and routine inspections
Properly record and maintain accurate documentation of production activities, including batch records, log books and equipment performance records
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing process improvements
Operate and navigate the automation control system to perform the following functions
Start, transfer, and complete a chemical process
Monitor the process for fluctuations with flow rates, pH level, temperature, and volume
Respond and resolve alarms