Production Operator

W. R. Grace & Co.•Chicago, IL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Requirements

Must be able to work a straight night shift or alternating day/night shift, depending on need.
1 to 2 years manufacturing experience in a similar industry OR Associate degree in Engineering Technology with a concentration in Chemical or Process Controls
Applicants need to have strong reading (English), math and technical skills, and the ability to qualify on various processes and equipment in a dynamic and complex chemical manufacturing environment.
High school diploma (or GED) required

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment by wearing the correct PPE and adhering to all safety policies
Operate equipment such as mixers, pumps, belt dryers, spray dryers, mills, filters, cranes, heat exchangers, packaging equipment, calciners, boilers, and other plant equipment.
Responsible for the proper operation of the processes using field controls & PLC/DCS's, and troubleshooting process issues
Consistently completes operator standard work in a timely manner and takes accountability for actions
Respond to emergency situations, including emergency shutdown; complete plant data sheets, environmental reports, inventory sheets, forklift inspection reports, etc. as requested, and housekeeping
Provide routine minor maintenance to process equipment and instrumentation using small hand tools
Sample and analyze plant material to maintain quality standards and take corrective action as needed