Production Operator - I

SNF Holding Company•Castanea Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700+ in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth. SUMMARY: This role supports plant operations under the Production Shift Leader, focusing on safely and efficiently operating equipment, handling materials, and maintaining smooth production processes in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent - is required
Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule in a 24/7 operation (days, nights, weekends, overtime)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and general applications)
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Adaptability and willingness to learn
Strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, laboratory, or chemical plant environments (preferred)

Responsibilities

Safely operate site equipment by following written and verbal instructions
Immediately report all incidents, including accidents, spills, and near misses
Maintain plant housekeeping standards (clean, organized, properly labeled areas)
Accurately complete all required documentation (batch sheets, checklists, receiving paperwork)
Monitor alarms and respond appropriately based on procedures
Record and track operational data (temperatures, pressures, materials, processing times, test results)
Collaborate with the Shift Leader to ensure proper shift coverage, including overtime as needed
Actively contribute ideas for safety, process, and equipment improvements
Follow all HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) practices and proactively assess risks
Maintain, use, and care for all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Participate in training and team initiatives to support continuous improvement
Attend and complete all required training
Your Personal Protective Equipment is the most important tool you have for protection in the chemical industry. Maintain and clean it properly
Participation leads to ownership. Get involved as often as you can
Sample process vessels and deliver samples to the laboratory
Operating systems such as V-210 for aqueous batch preparation and transfer
Perform filtration processes during product transfer to storage, trucks, or packaging
Prepare and transfer dilutions in designated tanks
Prepare chemical solutions (e.g., Ammonium Chloride in ACS tank)
Manage raw material supplies (e.g., Acrylamide storage tanks)
Collect wastewater samples and deliver them for testing
Verify material transfers through double-check procedures
Learn and operate PLC/DCS systems controlling plant equipment