Chemical Plant Operator I
About The Position
The scope of activities for our Chemical Plant Operators range from field tasks such as material handling, big bag filling, truck filling, drum line operations, utilities, and tank farm management to control room operations, such as recipe management, process control, and troubleshooting. Advancement depends on the demonstrated knowledge across all product manufacturing technologies and job tasks. A training plan will be created based on the individual's experience combined with the need of the Wyandotte Resins team at the time of hire. CPOs must possess a like mindset, able to handle changing conditions and direction from their Supervisors without undue stress or resistance to change. During your rotating 12-hour shift as a Chemical Plant Operator, the scope of activities for our Chemical Plant Operators range from field tasks such as material handling, big bag filling, truck filling, drum line operations, utilities, and tank farm management to control room operations, such as recipe management, process control, and troubleshooting. Advancement depends on the demonstrated knowledge across all product manufacturing technologies and job tasks. A training plan will be created based on the individual's experience combined with the need of the Wyandotte Resins team at the time of hire. CPOs must possess a like mindset, able to handle changing conditions and direction from their Supervisors without undue stress or resistance to change.
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED
- At least 2 years of manufacturing or general industrial environment experience
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to climb/descend flights of stairs throughout shift
- Demonstrate commitment to safety
- Use SCBA equipment
- Serve as HAZWOPER technician
- Experience using a fork truck and pallet jack
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Nice To Haves
- Prefer experience working in a chemical plant
Responsibilities
- Material handling
- Big bag filling
- Truck filling
- Drum line operations
- Utilities management
- Tank farm management
- Recipe management
- Process control
- Troubleshooting
- Safely move, fill, and handle 55-gallon drums & 55-pound bags
- Perform clean-up activities
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
- Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
- Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
- Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
- Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
- Mentoring and career development opportunities
- Matching gifts program
- Employee crisis support
- Access to our BASF wine cellar
- Employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
