Chemical Plant Operator (PAP)
Talascend is currently seeking a Chemical Plant Operator (PAP) for a contract opportunity with our client in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Overview
Member of a team that is collectively responsible for operating and monitoring a chemical manufacturing process that produces bulk organic chemicals. This position requires an individual who will abide by standards and operating procedures in order to maintain a safe operation while producing in-specification product.
Responsibilities
- Operates in a regulated environment and complies with all applicable regulations.
- Operates and monitors reactors, decanters, filters, process columns, tanks, centrifuges, dryers, and other equipment.
- Packages, weighs, samples, and labels finished and intermediate products.
- Maintains detailed operating reports and logs.
- Delivers samples to laboratory and retrieves operating supplies from storeroom.
- Cleans and maintains work area, process equipment, tools, and safety supplies.
- Operates hoists and other material handling devices.
- Responsible for proper operation of processing equipment to ensure optimum production.
- Completes computer-based training on time.
- Monitors environmental and safety devices.
- Performs Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) independently.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Associate or Technical degree preferred.
- Previous PSM manufacturing experience preferred.
Requirements
- Forklift operation preferred.
- Must be able to read and follow detailed instructions and procedures.
- Must be able to effectively communicate in both verbal and written formats.
- Must be able to perform basic math.
- Possess sound decision-making skills.
- Must work in a team environment.
- Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Must handle average to heavy weight materials (50lbs) by hand.
- Must be able to physically climb stairs/ladders, roll drums, lift and pour bags of raw materials, drive forklifts, and perform first aid.
- Must be able to work rotating 12 hours/day shift and overtime as needed.
- Mandatory overtime is necessary to keep plant staffed to safe levels.
Shift
12hr rotating shift schedule with a four-week cycle: four night shifts, three days off, three day shifts, one day off, three night shifts, three days off, four day shifts, seven days off.
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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.