CHEMI CAL PROCESS OPERATOR

CHEMICAL PROCESS OPERATO

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate chemical process equipment in a safe manner adhering to all safety guidelines.

• Start up and shutdown equipment for routine and emergency situation.

• Must be physically able to work while wearing breathing air equipment. Monitor process equipment by observing instruments, panel lights, and other indicators. Listen for warning signals to verify conformity of process conditions to plant standards of safety and efficiency.

• Make control adjustments affecting quality and yield of product as necessary to meet standards of quality and efficiency.

Troubleshoot problems using unit methodology together with co-workers, technical and/or supervisory personnel to resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.

• Operate valves or manipulate controls to maintain systems at specified temperature, pressure, or vacuum levels; and isolate/de-energize equipment via lockout tagout as per SOP to handover to maintenance

• Make specified operating adjustments on such equipment as pumps, compressors, reactors, distillation columns, heat exchangers, dryers, etc.

• Make required trips through the entire plant area to visually inspect equipment for leaks and hazards and to record instrument readings, process conditions, and other operating data on daily round sheets.

• Maintain production records.

• Safety must be a priority in all individual tasks and with fellow employees

• Perform Job Tasks as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures.

• Respond to Unit emergency situations as defined in emergency action plans.

• Perform duties as assigned.

• Perform routine/non-routine housekeeping jobs to keep work area clean and safe.

• Write and/or review plant documentation as needed.

• Draw samples of products for laboratory analysis.

• Perform analytical tests. STRATEGIC FOCUS: (The focus desired and expected on the position over the next 1-3 years) - Meet regulatory requirements assigned to this position. - Continuously improve production processes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The focus desired and expected on the position over the next 1-3 years) Physical Requirement is Medium-to-Heavy work: Work includes lifting up to 55 pounds (product bags) frequently and pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds.

• Physical activity for this position includes: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive motions.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• At least 2 — 5 years experience in a chemical manufacturing or similar environment preferred.

• College or University Degree preferred.

• Must be a self starter, with the ability to work unsupervised.

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

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