Dewey Plant - Chemical Operator

Milliken & Company • Inman, SC

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About The Position

This position is located at the Milliken Dewey Plant located in Inman, SC, and reports to a production manager. A Chemical Operator is a key role in the chemical manufacturing processes. Qualified Chemical Operators will be able to work safely as a team in a Chemical Manufacturing Environment, learn chemical processing and obtain multiple job certifications to progress to top pay. Entry level associates will be expected to rotate on a 12-hour shift, first-third rotation and will be expected to learn basic chemical and material handling skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to climb multiple steps, lift 50 pounds on a regular basis, pass medical clearance and wear a full-face respirator.
• Computer experience, windows-based software.

Nice To Haves

• High level of computer skills.
• Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Forklift experience.
• SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Operation of a forklift.
• Operates process computer to manufacture batches.
• Complete pour up of chemicals with directions.
• Fill/Bag product up to 50 pounds.
• Basic chemical blends.
• Performs physical/chemical testing in local monitoring station as required during chemical processing.
• Fills out necessary batchsheets, computer sheets, records, logs, and charts.
• Actively participates in plant safety program/process.
• Lifting various raw materials.
• Manhandling drums less than 50 pounds.
• Actively contributes to process improvement and innovation.
• Attends & actively participates in all process meetings, Daily Team Maintenance Meetings, etc.
• Responsible for shutdown of equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other assignments as required by the production manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: High school or GED