Chemical Technician

Pratt Industries • Conyers, GA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Asistant Mill Chemical Techncian works alongside the Chemical and Production
teams in order to oversee the performance, and optimization of all chemical
systems to enhance safety, quality, and operational excellence, while
contributing to our company's vision of sustainable innovation.

The Assistant Mill Chemical Technician's primary responsibilities as part of the
mill operational team include, but are not limited to:

The candidate must be able to use their knowledge of papermaking and chemistry
to solve process, equipment and quality problems. Applying your knowledge of
chemical reactions and mathematical trends to troubleshoot and solve technical
issues. Some mechanical / electrical knowledge or aptitude is beneficial.

Requirements

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, or a related field preferred
• 1 - 2 years of Paper Mill or Chemical Technical Service / Sales experience preferred
• Basic computer / excel skills
• Employee is regularly required to walk, talk, and hear.
• Employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, feel; reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This is a hands-on role in a standard production environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining safety standards in the chemical areas
• Maintaining chemical delivery systems and product handling
• Participating in conducting and evaluating chemical trials
• Sharing information with the operators on general chemical concepts and programs
• Monitor the end-use specifications of the produced Paper to tune chemical dosages for cost reduction
• Monthly on-call rotation participation, once adequately trained
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a fast-paced environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level