Chemical Operator
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Job Location:
Dayton, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Creating foldable displays advancing medical innovations or giving new life to precious metals at Heraeus we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production research sales or administration we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling Healthcare Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. With a strong global presence including a significant footprint in the United States Heraeus employs approximately 15200 people across 40 countries all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry.
Position Summary
As a Chemical Operator you will be responsible for producing and packaging products according to instruction provided to meet customer specifications.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Measure weigh and mix chemical ingredients as per procedures.
- Operate and control equipment associated with chemical purifications or reactions taking place during the production process and adjust controls to regulate temperature pressure or flow of liquids or gasses at time of prescribed reactions as directed.
- Make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of chemical reactions quality or yields as directed.
- Read and follow batch procedures work instructions and safety data sheets (SDS).
- Record operational data and test results draw product samples for analysis.
- Utilize systems like SAAP for transactions and retrieving analytical results.
- Identify and escalate issues providing updates to supervisors as needed.
- Follow safety protocols including proper use of PPE to prevent overflow and other hazards such as fires explosions and/or spills.
- Inspect equipment for leaks or malfunctions shutting down as necessary.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas adhering to 5S principles to avoid contamination.
- Also holds packaging responsibilities such as recording operational data such as weights ingredients used processing times or test results and drawing of product samples for analytical department.
Education Experience & Skills Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required. Up to five years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or blending mixing manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Reading and math with the ability to conduct measurements and conversions of measurements as well as calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and ratios is required. Basic chemistry knowledge is preferred.
- Must be a self-starter with high attention to detail.
- Organizational skills teamwork skills and the ability to multi-task are required.
- Knowledge of equipment such as pumps ovens stirrers dryers and tools including their uses repair and maintenance are preferred.
Physical Requirements
While performing this position one is regularly performing physical activities that require considerable use of arms hands legs and moving of whole body such as climbing lifting balancing walking stooping and handling of materials. Must be able to reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Must be medically cleared to wear a respirator and pass the associated FIT test.
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Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status age or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision Mission and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures backgrounds and perspectives.
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Keywords:chemical operator manufacturing production
Key Skills
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Continuous Improvement
- Financial Concepts
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Sensors
- Project Management
- Process Engineering
- Organic Chemistry
- Manufacturing
- Analytics
About Company
The Heraeus Group is a broadly diversified and globally leading family-owned technology company, headquartered in Hanau, Germany. The company’s roots go back to a family pharmacy started in 1660. Today, Heraeus bundles diverse activities in the Business Platforms Metals and Recycling, ... View more
