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Job Description

Job purpose

The CHEMICAL OPERATOR is responsible for operating batch chemical processing systems

according to batch record instructions in a safe, efficient and clean manner. He must

recognize any significant operational hazards such as, pressure/temperature extremes,

rapid-reaction/explosion risks, personnel exposure risks, environmental contamination

risks, and etc. This Operator must have the demonstrated ability to carry out assigned

process operations with direct supervision.

Duties and responsibilities

• Provide support in the gathering of required raw materials, preparing/cleaning process

equipment, drumming and other qualified duties as directed.

• Follow safety procedures and use proper safety equipment for all assigned tasks.

• Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks and powered lift trucks.

• Conduct plant housekeeping, general maintenance and landscaping duties as directed.

• Participate in safety programs.

• Participate in supervised training programs.

• This position reports directly to the Shift Supervisor or Lead Operator.

• Maintain a clean and safe operating area.

• Follow safety procedures and use proper safety equipment for all assigned tasks.

• Learn and practice environmental, health and safety regulations and wear the prescribed

personal protective equipment.

• Manufacture batches and maintain proper use of production equipment. Ensure

inventory accuracy in accordance to established policies.

• Maintain a clean production area and equipment. Ensure Standard Operating

Procedures (SOPs) are followed and work area meets all requirements for housekeeping.

• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain

proper ingredients and quantities.

• Assist in maintenance activities as required

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Skills and Requirements

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications required to successfully perform this job include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required

• Basic mathematical skills and chemical knowledge.

• Basic knowledge of MFG's chemical process or prior experience in a similar work

environment.

• Competent in reading and speaking the English language

• Ability to safely operate an industrial fork truck required

• Ability to comply with all mandatory Environmental, Health, & Safety and process

specific

• Ability to adjust to work schedule, including weekends and on-call, to meet business

need required.  Ability to lift and carry up to up to 50 pounds, frequently.

• Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.

• Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 20 feet, on occasion.

• Ability to work in a warehouse facility where temperatures may range from 32 up to 105

degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions.

• Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.

• Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.

• Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a day. Please refer to SOP for facial hair

guidelines.

• Able to work in a non-smoking, tobacco-free site.