Chem Prod Operator E-APP

Arclin Career•Dodson, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arclin USA is looking for a Production Operator E for our Dodson, LA facility. This is an entry-level, full-time position reporting to the Production Supervisor. The Operator is responsible for performing tasks and duties related to the manufacturing and processing of resins and formaldehyde. This role requires knowledge of and adherence to all assigned production department functions in compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) regulations and Arclin’s policies and procedures to contribute positively to an efficient and safely run operation.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required or GED.
Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift.
Capable of driving a Tractor/Tanker unit or being able to learn.
Analytical and mechanical mindset needed to be successful in this role.
Must be okay with rotating shifts (Days/Nights/Evenings rotating every week).
Must be okay with following strict Health and Safety Guidelines and wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Ability to sit, stand walk and climb frequently working in elevated areas.
Will lift an average of 50 lbs frequently.
Basic computer skills required.
Basic math skills required including the use of a calculator.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience a plus.
Previous chemical/ processing experience a plus.
DCS Distributed Control Systems experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Manufactures resin and formaldehyde and/or related surfaces according to established procedures and HSE regulations.
Unloads and loads raw materials and finished products following established procedures (tanker trailers, railcars, box trucks, and bulk trucks).
Operates a forklift to load/unload raw materials (drums, totes, bags).
Collaborates with management to meet the production and shipping schedule.
Ensures required shipping documents are completed and procedures are followed to be in compliance with all regulations and corporate requirements.
Participates in the Joint Health and Safety Committee to facilitate safety improvements.
Follows all site rules and procedures as they apply to quality, health, safety, and the environment.
Visually monitors processes within their area of accountability and immediately informs the Lead Operator of any deviations or abnormalities.
Works in close coordination with the Lead Operator to accomplish the tasks needed to safely and efficiently meet production and maintenance schedules across all processes.
Communicates and confers with the Lead Operator as well as with Technical, Supervisory, and Support Personnel to resolve process conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
Responds to process alarms and interlocks promptly and coordinates timely confirmation and corrective actions to resolve conditions generating the alarms and interlocks.
Performs In-Process Checks (IPC’s) to verify batch progression and quality using laboratory equipment (GC, Titrator, pH meter, etc.).
Performs troubleshooting in the event of process deviations.