Utility Operator -- Afternoon shift Monday - Friday

DUREZ CORP•City of Niagara Falls, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Durez produces thermosetting phenolic resins and molding compounds that cover a wide range of application and industries. We are a global organization committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations in material performance, customer service, technical expertise, and product quality. This is an entry-level position with room for growth, offering a rewarding career with competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive team environment. The role involves operating various plant equipment, packaging products, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting other operators. Compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including the handling of hazardous materials, is paramount.

Requirements

Must be physically able to perform job duties as specified.
Must climb stairs and ladders, use hand tools & jackhammer, shovel, push & pull various non-powered material handling equipment, operate valves, and operate forklift in a safe manner.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Ability to arrive on time and work scheduled shifts.
Basic math skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal direction.

Nice To Haves

Prior Chemical Plant Experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Set up and operate flaker in an efficient and safe manner.
Package and store products in the proper area.
Pickup resin from floor or pans and clean floor and pans.
Weigh and store resin in area assigned by supervisor.
Help charge kettles (liquid or solids) under direction of kettle operator.
Help dump, chip and prepare kettles for next batch.
Yard cleanup.
Transfer powdered resin from fiber drums to bags.
Operate crusher equipment. Dump and charge in bags or drums.
Obtain packing materials and take full packages to shipping or designated area.
Assist grinder operator as needed.
Perform duties of shipper and receiver when assigned to shipping department.
Perform labor duties as required.
Prevent / contain chemical spills in order to ensure employee safety and protection of the environment.
Operate forklift as instructed by supervision or as required to perform his/her job duties.
Perform any and all supplemental duties involving the use of common skills while performing normal job functions.
Perform any and all job functions / classifications for which employee is qualified.
Compliance with all health, safety, environmental regulations, and requirements Durez subscribes to including the handling of hazardous materials in conjunction with PSM and RMP.
Adheres to all quality regulations and requirements to support the plant’s customer focused initiatives.