Chemical Process Operator

Perstorp Polyols • Toledo, OH

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About The Position

The Chemical Process Operator at Perstorp Polyols, Inc. is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and controlling the operations of process equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role involves managing emergency situations, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies. The position requires working 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and may involve on-call and overtime work depending on business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; 3rd Class Stationary Engineer's license and/or High-Pressure Boiler License (State of Ohio) required.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a chemical plant, refinery, power plant, or similar industry, including military equivalent.
• Experience with distillation, filtration, separation, storage, shipping, chemical reactions, and strong knowledge of batch and continuous chemical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and Emerson Delta V DCS experience.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, demonstrate excellent safety skills, and possess good mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer literacy (Windows OS, Microsoft Office), ability to work independently and collaboratively, and be self-directed, motivated, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and perform preventive maintenance on chemical process units, ensuring safe and environmentally sound practices.
• Conduct routine equipment checks, accurately read levels, pressures, and temperatures, and perform minor maintenance or oversee repairs with the Maintenance Department.
• Responsible for the safe start-up and shutdown of equipment, troubleshooting process and equipment deficiencies, and communicating issues to the Shift Manager.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and Control of Work (CoW) policies and procedures, while performing tasks primarily with minimal supervision.
• Understand and execute written and verbal instructions, functioning effectively as part of the Operations team to achieve site goals.

Benefits

• Fully Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for you AND your legal Dependents
• Generous Vacation, PTO, and Company Paid Holidays
• Pension & 401K Match with Immediate Vesting
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Company Bonus Program
• High Quality Uniforms and PPE paid for by the Company
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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