Production Utility Operator

Colonial Chemical • South Pittsburg, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Utility Operator will be responsible for the preparation and handling of chemicals for a 30-vessel chemical plant. This role involves operating various processing equipment, preparing and cleaning equipment, operating material handling equipment, and transferring product for storage and shipment. The operator will also stage raw materials and be trained on warehouse flow. While not directly involved in batch production, the role is crucial for packaging approved materials and maintaining accurate records.

Requirements

• Willing to assist other team members when necessary.
• Keep a safe and positive work speed when working alone with limited supervision.
• Must be able to maintain error free record keeping and complete necessary mathematical calculations to limit errors.
• Must have general computer skills to operate out label and Chempax program.
• Ability to work in an environment that is exposed to the elements, IE hotter than typical temperatures and colder than normal temperatures for long periods of time.
• Able to stay work focused for long periods of time in one designated location with repetitive task being completed.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of manufacturing or chemical plant experience preferred.
• May be required to work nightshift schedule. (Shift Differential Provided)

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of processing equipment including mixing controls on production vessels, filters, and pumps.
• Preparation and cleaning of equipment to drum off product into correct containers.
• Operation of material handling equipment such as hand trucks and forklifts.
• Unloading/transferring product from tank wagons, storage tanks, and reactors for storage and shipment to customers.
• Staging raw materials for production.
• Trained on the warehouse flow of stock and partial materials.
• Receives guidance and feedback on the production process, does not produce any of the batches or work directly in the process of making the batch, only packages the material once QC approved.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED