Chemical Process Operator Job

Job Summary:The Chemical Process Operator position is responsible for the manufacture, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products.Starting rate is $28.06 with periodic pay increases throughout first 18 months reaching $35.43 per hour!Shift: To be assigned after intial training period.First Shift: 6AM to 6PM; Rotating 4 days on, 4 days offSecond Shift: 6PM to 6AM; Rotating 4 nights on, 4 nights offShift Differential for second shift: +$1.00 per hourJob Duties:Operation and troubleshooting of chemical process and process equipmentConduct environmental inspections and required emergency response.Follow documented process procedures and training (including applicable food and API regulations) in assigned areas; completes required paperwork properlyComputer system entry to include: inventory of packaged material, creation of work orders, spreadsheets for critical process information, and creating labels for samples.Relay pertinent process information to co-workers and supervisorPerform pack out of liquid and solid product and palletization of packagesDrive a fork liftMaintain good housekeeping of work areasSupport Behavior Based Safety process by performing observationsSupports Loss Control policy, AIMS, ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems.Must be able to climb ladders, work outside in all weather conditions, lift up to 50 lbs and wear Personal Protective Equipment including SCBA respiratorMust be able to work a 12 hour shift schedule; 4 days/nights on, 4 days/nights offQualifications:HS Diploma or GEDMinimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing or related field preferredBasic computer skillsArkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of