Production Operator

at  Inolex Inc

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.
  This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE/including disability/vets)
  As a Chemical Production Operator you will play a crucial role in the manufacturing process, ensuring the safe and efficient production according to established protocols and quality standards. You will set up and monitor the production of product in your area and participate in the continuous improvement process at the site to address safety, production, and quality improvements

• 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.