Chemical Plant Operator II

Ascent Industries Co • Fountain Inn, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Plant Operator II applies established Manufacturing & Production Operations skills and knowledge of departmental processes to complete day-to-day activities with some autonomy. The role independently resolves common issues using standard guidelines and escalates unusual problems. Work supports team efficiency and service quality through consistent execution of standardized procedures. The position operates under direct supervision with moderate review and may guide less experienced staff in similar roles. The role has no formal supervisory responsibilities but manages its own workload.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience required.
• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to perform defined tasks with some autonomy.
• Ability to resolve common day-to-day issues independently using standard guidelines; escalates unusual problems to supervisor/manager.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and practices; receives regular but moderate supervision and instruction.
• Ability to communicate information that may require some explanation or interpretation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in specialty chemical manufacturing or related industry may be required depending on the role.

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment and process systems with moderate independence by following standard operating procedures, production targets, and safety requirements.
• Monitors process conditions, system notifications, and equipment performance to identify routine operating issues and make approved adjustments to maintain stable output.
• Performs in-process quality checks, sampling, and related verification activities to confirm product specifications and escalate out-of-range results as needed.
• Troubleshoots routine process and equipment issues by reviewing operating conditions, responding to alarms, and applying established corrective actions within defined limits.
• Documents production activity, process readings, material usage, and operating changes in logs or systems to support traceability and shift-to-shift continuity.
• Handles raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods in accordance with safe material handling procedures and applicable operating standards.
• Supports changeovers, startup, shutdown, and cleaning activities by preparing equipment, confirming readiness, and completing assigned operational tasks.
• Communicates process issues, shift updates, and operating concerns to team leads, maintenance, quality, and other support personnel to maintain workflow continuity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED