Mix Tank Operator
Mix Tank Operator
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Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
The MIX TANK OPERATOR is responsible for operating batch chemical processing systems in a safe
efficient and clean manner. The duties of the MIX TANK OPERATOR are primarily limited to the
production of batches in steam heated and watercooled atmospheric mix tanks.
1. Ensuring the SAFETY of their work and avoiding incidents and accidents involving equipment
a. processes and work areas to which this Operator is assigned by:
b. Knowing and complying with all company safety policies and procedures.
c. Wearing all prescribed personal protective equipment.
d. Paying close attention to their own and fellow operators work activities in order to identify and
avoid all hazardous behaviors and techniques.
e. Attending all schedule safety training.
f. Participating in and/or providing information for all corrective and preventative actions
involving processes to which they are assigned.
g. Immediately reporting all hazardous conditions to the Production Manager.
2. Ensuring personal READINESS to carry out projects and tasks assigned to this Operator by:
a. Knowing and complying with all attendance policies and procedures.
b. Assuring the cleanliness of equipment and facilities (Good Housekeeping).
c. Obtaining and verifying necessary materials and supplies and returning any remaining materials
to the proper location.
d. Following exactly all work order instructions and procedures.
e. Carrying out assignments with a willing and positive attitude.
f. Reporting any questions to the Shift Supervisor or management without delay.
g. Assisting with physical inventories as directed.
3. Ensuring COST expectations are met or exceeded in processes assigned to this Operator by:
a. Work to maximize productivity and to avoid wasting production time.
b. Working to maximize process yields and to avoid wasting materials and supplies.
4. Ensuring QUALITY expectations are met or exceeded in processes assigned to this Operator by:
a. Carefully following all Standard Operating procedures Work Instructions and tasks contained
in the Quality Management System.
b. Being informed of process/product specifications and ensuring their work conforms to them.
c. Operating and handling equipment in a proper manner to avoid damage/deterioration.
d. Fully documenting operating data activities and events on appropriate forms and records.
e. Giving professional care to the appearance of all product packages/labeling customer
reports/paperwork housekeeping and any other item that represents Ascent Chemicals to the
customer or regulatory agencies.
f. Reporting without delay any inaccuracies or problems with written procedures forms and
records.
5. Ensuring TIMELINESS of activities assigned to this Operator by:
a. Knowing and following the production/shipment priorities assigned to them.
b. Meeting or beating schedules for completion of processes/tasks.
c. Reporting production problems or schedule deviations without unnecessary delay.
d. Verifying that materials used agree with work orders and are in accordance with company
instructions and any deviation reported to the supervisor prior to use.
6. Performing other duties as assigned by the appropriate manager.
Qualifications Summary:
The Mix Tank Operator should have:
A High School Diploma or equivalent certificate
At least one year of related work experience
Good communication skills
Ability to perform certain math calculations related to production
Careful attention to detail
Normal/corrected vision and hearing
Ability to distinguish temperatures by touch
Ability to wear fullface respirators
Ability to directly handle up to 600pound drums and 50pound bags
Ability to use all equipment including reactors pumps lift trucks scales and other related
equipment
The working environment will be reasonable clean and comfortable; however wet and dusty conditions
will be encountered at times as will exposure to low temperatures in winter and high temperatures in
summer.
Sensitivity or allergies to various chemicals and/or aerosols will require close evaluation.
The above is a summary of the major responsibilities of the position and not a detailed description of all
work requirements. Work assignments and accountabilities may change as the needs of the company
require.
Disclaimer:
The list of requirements duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive but merely the most accurate list for
the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks
be performed when circumstances of the job change.
Employment Type
Full Time
