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)