Chemical Production Operator E-APP

Arclin Career•Dodson, LA

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About The Position

Arclin USA is seeking an entry-level, full-time Production Operator E in Winnfield, Louisiana. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the operator performs work related to manufacturing and processing resins and formaldehyde. The position is responsible for carrying out assigned production department functions in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and Arclin policies and procedures, supporting an efficient and safely run operation. The role works closely with the Lead Operator and other technical, supervisory, and support personnel to meet production and maintenance schedules and address process conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality. The listed duties and requirements describe the role but may not include every task or performance standard.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be able to become forklift certified.
Able to drive a tractor/tanker unit or learn to do so.
Analytical and mechanical mindset.
Able to work rotating shifts, with days, nights, and evenings rotating every week.
Able to follow strict health and safety guidelines and wear required personal protective equipment.
Able to sit, stand, walk, and climb frequently, including working in elevated areas.
Frequently lift an average of 50 pounds.
Basic computer skills.
Basic math skills, including use of a calculator.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience.
Previous chemical or processing experience.
Distributed Control Systems (DCS) experience.

Responsibilities

Manufacture resin and formaldehyde and/or related surfaces according to established procedures and health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Load and unload raw materials and finished products using tanker trailers, railcars, box trucks, and bulk trucks, following established procedures.
Operate a forklift to load and unload raw materials, including drums, totes, and bags.
Collaborate with management to meet production and shipping schedules.
Complete required shipping documents and follow procedures to comply with regulations and corporate requirements.
Participate in the Joint Health and Safety Committee to facilitate safety improvements.
Follow site rules and procedures for quality, health, safety, and the environment.
Visually monitor processes within the assigned area and promptly inform the Lead Operator of deviations or abnormalities.
Coordinate with the Lead Operator to safely and efficiently meet production and maintenance schedules across processes.
Communicate with the Lead Operator and technical, supervisory, and support personnel to resolve process conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
Respond promptly to process alarms and interlocks and coordinate confirmation and corrective actions.
Perform in-process checks to verify batch progression and quality using laboratory equipment such as a GC, titrator, and pH meter.
Troubleshoot process deviations.