Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Observe safety precautions to prevent fires or explosions.
•    Record operational data, such as temperatures, pressures, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
•    Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place during the processing of industrial or consumer products.
•    Patrol work areas to detect leaks or equipment malfunctions or to monitor operating conditions.
•    Draw samples of products at specified stages so that analyses can be performed.
•    Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, or flow of liquids or gases and times of prescribed reactions, according to knowledge of equipment and processes.
•    Monitor gauges, recording instruments, flowmeters, or products to ensure that specified conditions are maintained.
•    Test product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, or viscosities, or send them to laboratories for testing.
•    Inspect equipment or units to detect leaks or malfunctions, shutting equipment down, if necessary.
•    Open valves or start pumps, agitators, reactors, blowers, or automatic feed of materials.
•    Read plant specifications to determine products, ingredients, or prescribed modifications of plant procedures.
•    Measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients, according to specifications.
•    Dump or scoop prescribed solid, granular, or powdered materials into equipment.
•    Notify maintenance engineers of equipment malfunctions. Using maintenance work order system
•    Estimate materials required for production and manufacturing of products.
•    Add treating or neutralizing agents to products, and pump products through filters or centrifuges to remove impurities or to precipitate products.
•    Observe and compare colors and consistencies of products to instrument readings and to laboratory and standard test results.
•    Direct activities of workers assisting in control or verification of processes or in unloading of materials.
•    Drain equipment, and pump water or other solutions through to flush and clean tanks or equipment.
•    Flush or clean equipment, using steam hoses or mechanical reamers.
•    Make minor repairs, lubricate, and maintain equipment, using hand tools.
•    Inventory supplies received and consumed.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Strong understanding of chemical processing principles and equipment operation.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and regulations governing chemical handling and production.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, such as equipment manuals, SOPs, and safety data sheets.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot process issues and make data-driven decisions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, and perform overtime as needed.

Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in chemical processing or related field preferred.
• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment, preferably as a production operator or technician.
• At least two years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:
• Located in a chemical plant. Must wear designated safety gear and PPE when appropriate.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, up to 55 pounds at a time.
• Must wear safety gear, such as goggles and gloves, when handling box cutters or similar tools.
• As part of the manufacturing process, you will be inside a controlled room at a constant of 100F.