Chemical Operator

Innospec Performance Chemicals is looking a Chemical Operator for our High Point, NC location. This position requires the availability to work both day and/or night shifts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

• Follow setup procedures for equipment
• Follow work instructions for operation of production equipment
• Understand and consistently apply all customer and company quality standards
• Operate pumps, reactors, boilers, reactors, distillation columns and other plant equipment within safe operating ranges
• Monitor process conditions and make necessary adjustments on equipment to ensure proper quality and yield performance is maintained
• Control mechanical processes, optimal temperatures, speeds, and settings on production equipment
• Work with all chemicals and any other products used in production processes, following applicable safety procedures
• Verify correct raw materials are queued up and ready to process
• Accurately and timely record data
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned to operations as directed - including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.
• Maintain clean and safe work area
• Follow all safety rules and regulations, including the use of appropriate PPE at all times
• Follow all Company rules and policies
• This job description is not intended as a complete list of all job duties
• As required, initiate and participate in company near-miss and Journey to Zero Harm programs

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

Required:

• Ability to work 12-hour non-rotating shifts in a 7X24 chemical operation
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing
• Basic reading skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to follow work instructions and procedures
• Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task
• Exceptional attendance and work ethic

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and/or walk continuously throughout a 12-hour shift on flooring surfaces of concrete, steel or metal grating
• Frequently climbing or descending stairs
• Capable of frequently pulling hoses (up to 50 lbs.) across the floor
• Pushing equipment on casters across the floor
• Pushing or rolling drums weighing up to 500 lbs
• In addition to standing, climbing, walking, pushing, and pulling, the frequent physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination, and feeling.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Chemical manufacturing: 4 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• High Point, NC 27260 (Required)

Work Location: In person