Chemical Operator - Laurel Plant

Laurel - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrows breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations Milliken creates products thatenhance peoples lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile flooring chemical and healthcare businesses the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Millikens curious minds and inspired solutions at and on Facebook Instagram LinkedIn and Twitter.

POSITION OVERVIEW This position is located at the Milliken Chemical Plant located in Gainesville FL and reports to a Chemical Supervisor.A Chemical Operator is a key role in the chemical manufacturing processes. Qualified Chemical Operators will be able to work safely as a team in a Chemical Manufacturing Environment learn chemical processing and obtain multiple job certifications to progress to top pay. Entry-level associates will be expected to rotate on a 12-hour shift first-third rotation and will be expected to learn basic chemical and material handling skills.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Become familiar with all pertinent SOPs and departmental manuals and demonstrate ability to perform chemical operator duties.
Develop working knowledge of the setup operation and cleanup of chemical process equipment; and demonstrate competency in operating assigned vessels in the Pay and Progression path.
Become knowledgeable of required paperwork flow product flow and terminology used in each new production assignment.
Learn to properly identify and safely demonstrate how to disassemble clean reassemble all process filters utilized in commercial production processes as directed by supervisors.
Responsible for process paperwork including SAP Excel and Label-printing computer system.
Maintain assigned work station(s) in a neat and orderly fashion with minimal supervision.
Maintain proficiency in proper sampling weighing and labeling procedures and demonstrate the ability to keep all containers properly identified and labeled at all times.
Maintain proficiency in the operation of the following heating and cooling systems including location of control switches valves and regulators: City water Tower water Glycol cooling Steam boiler Hot oil heating.
Read and understand all written procedures contained in Chemical Process Documents.
Demonstrate this ability by completing required procedural batch sheets without error.
Demonstrate the ability to work and use time effectively under minimum supervision to accomplish assigned production goals and additional tasks to support safe and clean work environment.
Demonstrate proficient and safe drum handling techniques while moving full 55 gallon drums on/off of pallets.
Demonstrate proficient and safe cylinder handling techniques while transferring cylinders from one location to another as directed by supervisors.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to safely transport and load 25 kg bags of chemicals into various chemical processing equipment by hand.
Participate in Process Review Committee meetings to serve as the operator process expert.
Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others. Demonstrate the ability to listen to supervisors and follow both verbal and written instructions. Be familiar with and comply with established Milliken Quality Policy.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

High School Diploma.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Must be able to climb multiple steps lift 50 pounds on a regular basis pass medical clearance and wear a full-face respirator.
Computer experience Windows-based software.

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

High level of computer skills.
Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
Forklift experience. SAP experience.

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work as a team and independently.
Self-direction and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition including but not limited to lactation) sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status) ancestry national origin citizenship age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Become familiar with all pertinent SOPs and departmental manuals and demonstrate ability to perform chemical operator duties.
Develop working knowledge of the setup operation and cleanup of chemical process equipment; and demonstrate competency in operating assigned vessels in the Pay and Progression path.
Become knowledgeable of required paperwork flow product flow and terminology used in each new production assignment.
Learn to properly identify and safely demonstrate how to disassemble clean reassemble all process filters utilized in commercial production processes as directed by supervisors.
Responsible for process paperwork including SAP Excel and Label-printing computer system.
Maintain assigned work station(s) in a neat and orderly fashion with minimal supervision.
Maintain proficiency in proper sampling weighing and labeling procedures and demonstrate the ability to keep all containers properly identified and labeled at all times.
Maintain proficiency in the operation of the following heating and cooling systems including location of control switches valves and regulators: City water Tower water Glycol cooling Steam boiler Hot oil heating.
Read and understand all written procedures contained in Chemical Process Documents.
Demonstrate this ability by completing required procedural batch sheets without error.
Demonstrate the ability to work and use time effectively under minimum supervision to accomplish assigned production goals and additional tasks to support safe and clean work environment.
Demonstrate proficient and safe drum handling techniques while moving full 55 gallon drums on/off of pallets.
Demonstrate proficient and safe cylinder handling techniques while transferring cylinders from one location to another as directed by supervisors.
Learn and demonstrate the ability to safely transport and load 25 kg bags of chemicals into various chemical processing equipment by hand.
Participate in Process Review Committee meetings to serve as the operator process expert.
Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others. Demonstrate the ability to listen to supervisors and follow both verbal and written instructions. Be familiar with and comply with established Milliken Quality Policy.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

High School Diploma.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Must be able to climb multiple steps lift 50 pounds on a regular basis pass medical clearance and wear a full-face respirator.
Computer experience Windows-based software.

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

High level of computer skills.
Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
Forklift experience. SAP experience.

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work as a team and independently.
Self-direction and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact