Chemical Operator Job

Location:

United Kingdom

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Science Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Manufacturing

Advertiser:

Arkema

Job ID:

131095412

Posted On:

16 September 2024

Division

: Bostik                                                                                                                                                                                       

Region:  Piedmont South Carolina

Job title:

Chemical Operator

Situation in organization:

This position reports to the Production Manager.

Job dimensions:

This position performs all tasks associated with the production of product from material staging, operation of equipment, in-process testing, and packaging. This position utilizes both manual and automated systems along with analytical results to monitor and adjust the process as needed to produce a consistent in specification product.

Activities:

Daily Operations (70 %)

-Perform raw material staging for batches.
-Operate operations vessels in the plant including blenders and computers.
-Use automated and manual process controls to adjust process parameters.
-Package finished product in drums and IBCs.
-Complete batch sheets, logbooks, and other records neatly and accurately.
-Sample batches and perform in-process Quality Control testing.
-Perform other duties or training as required or requested.
 

Additional Duties and Functions (30 %)

-Demonstrates mechanical aptitude by performing minor maintenance.
-Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose equipment and process issues.
-Housekeeping duties
-Complete required safety training.
 

Context and environment:

-Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements.
-Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Bostik (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SWAT, etc.).
-Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents.
-Ensure all incidents are reported and appropriately investigated, and corrective actions implemented.
-Observe safe work practices in performing all duties at all times and maintain standards of excellence in housekeeping.
-Ability to respond to emergency situations within the limits of training and qualifications.
 

Accountabilities:

-Good communications skills in English, both written and verbal.
-Good mechanical aptitude
-Good troubleshooting abilities.
-Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
-Ability to work independently.
-Ability to work with cross-functional teams and support other departments.
-Exhibit good judgment, dependability, initiative and a positive attitude.
Qualifications / experience required:

-Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
-3+ years of chemical environment experience.
-Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, or other hours as required.
-Experience in forklift operation.
-Ability to perform physical essentials (climb stairs and/or ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, wear FRC uniforms, wear full face respirator occasionally)

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