Operator Trainee

POSITION SUMMARY

Production Operators will perform various operations procedures and tasks as required for chemical processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Loading and unloading raw materials and finished goods in accordance with customer and chemical specifications

Training and skill development to advance in production, learning to operate and monitor chemical reaction process to manufacture polymer resins, industrial chemicals and raw materials

Monitoring equipment and performing minor troubleshooting to ensure optimal production and minimal downtime

Using a computer to document data such as shipping and receiving information and manufacturing processes

Working in outside weather conditions as well as in an industrial environment, at heights and in confined spaces

Adhering to all plant health, safety, and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures by wearing necessary Personal Protection equipment (PPE), i.e.; hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, chemical suit, respirator, ear plugs, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes and other PPE required by specific jobs

Meeting and exceeding production goals while maintaining a focus on safety, meeting the physical and safety requirements of the job, and working a rotating shift schedule in a 24/7 operations, including nights, weekends and holidays

REQUIREMENTS

Job Qualifications and Experience

One (1) year or more of experience in an industrial, warehouse, military, farming, construction, mechanical or production environment

One (1) year or more of experience using a computer or tablet to record information

Education

High school diploma or GED

Special Needs/Skills/Other

Experience operating a forklift

At least two (2) years of continuous employment in the last four (4) years preferred

One (1) year or more of experience in the chemical or refinery industries preferred

One (1) year or more of experience with one or more of the following: using a computer for data entry of record keeping documentation, shipping and receiving information, or manufacturing processes documentation