Chemical Operator

Position Summary

The Production Chemical Operator carries out independently and responsibly all operations required to safely control machinery, equipment, and the Production Process using all written procedures and verbal instructions. Qualified individuals will combine safety, chemical processing, and computer and team skills to contribute to a highly skilled workforce.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Review chemical reactions visible through sight glasses or man-ways and review laboratory test reports to determine the need for process adjustments and make calculations related to process operation.
• Patrol the production area, inspect equipment for potential and actual hazards, wear, leaks, and other conditions requiring maintenance or shutdown.
• Record accurate instrument readings, process conditions, and other operating data in appropriate computer or paper-based systems, and calculate material requirements or product yield as necessary from standard formulas.
• Manually regulate or shut down equipment with effective communication during emergency situations in accordance with established Vantage Performance Material and OSHA procedures.
• Monitor recording instruments, flow meters, panel lights, and other indicators, and listen for warning signals to verify conformity of process conditions to plant standards of safety, efficiency and quality as well as cGMP and Kosher requirements.
• Maintain compliance with safety and environmental regulations during process operation and with all regulatory permits. Control systems that process chemical substances into specified products, according to knowledge of operating procedures, chemical reactions, laboratory test results, and correlation of process instrumentation.
• Observe gauges, signals, and recording instruments; turn valves and move controls to regulate temperatures, pressures, and flow of steam, coolant, and chemical constituents through systems to effect prescribed reactions within critical limits, according to equipment and process knowledge.
• Maintain and operate packaging process equipment to package finished product to established standards of quality, volume and labeling.
• Maintain production areas to acceptable standards of housekeeping and sanitation.
• Interact effectively with other employees in a team environment.
• Conduct and document inspections on safety equipment, process equipment, and forklifts as required.
• Work with assigned Operations Training to ensure all personal training requirements are met.
• Prepare equipment and issue proper safe work permits as required for maintenance and/or project work.
• Clean up spills and recognize if a material is a potentially hazardous waste and contact EH&S with the information needed to make this determination.
• Collect hazardous waste in jars, pails, drums, totes, or tank wagons, and label and store them in designated areas.

• H.S. diploma or equivalent
• Proven stable and dedicated work history
• Solid computer and math skills
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that can work in a team atmosphere
• Able to work 12 hour shift schedule and lift 50 pounds

Specific behavioral and physical requirements include:

• Frequently required to climb stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stand and walk; occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.
• Occasional communication by telephone; must be able to speak clearly and hear well.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; ability to work at a sustained pace for a significant portion of a twelve-hour day.
• Manufacturing environment with regular exposure to machinery and potential hazards including chemicals and fumes.

The estimated base pay range for this position is $20.00/hr actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, qualifications, skills and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program.

• Medical, HSA, dental, vision
• FSA (limited purpose, dependent care, and commuter/parking)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP, identity theft protection
• Paid time off, Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are…