Operator

Kemira - Spokane, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Spokane, WA

1,001-5,000 employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. We are looking for an operator for our Spokane, WA, location. This role executes all assigned work safely, effectively and efficiently within the general scope for the mechanic role. Provides feedback on preventative maintenance that might improve the process and notes additional work required on inspected equipment. Responds to emergency or unplanned work as needed, including callouts. Works on plant modifications, including work on capital improvements. Participates in operation of plant utility systems. This position is located at the Spokane, WA, manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Support and advance the site safety culture
• Respond to emergency or unplanned work as needed, including callouts
• Work on plant modifications, including work on capital improvements
• Participate in operation of plant utility systems

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience working in operations in a plant environment preferred
• Good analytical skills and experience applying problem solving techniques aimed at root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Experience using computerized operations manufacturing software, i.e., SAP, Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word), and other computerized systems
• High School education or equivalent
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good math and reading comprehension skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of key safety procedures and chemical handling/operations preferred
• Flexibility for shift work and some overtime
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in chemical manufacturing environments is preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k