Production Operation Technician

Position Summary

The Production Operation Technician, based on process know-how, knowledge, and trouble shooting skills, carries out independently, safely and responsibly all operations required to complete production requirements using all written procedures and verbal instructions.

• This individual may be involved with the generation, collection, storage, and preparation of shipments of hazardous materials.

• Pick and stage all necessary raw materials prior to beginning batch via forklift or pallet jack.

• Stage, fill, and label drums, totes, or pales for finished products from reactors or storage vessels following Standard Operator Procedures (SOPs).

• Print, complete, and scan necessary packaging and shipping documents as required.

• Unload and sample raw materials from tank trucks or rail cars.

• Load finished materials onto a tank truck

• Complete all tasks wearing the proper PPE in accordance with site policies.

• Support and comply with all company safety, health, environmental, and quality programs and policies and be directly responsible for managing safety and health performance.

• Perform other duties as required and directed by Production Manager, Production Supervisor or other senior operators.

• Control the operation of chemical processes (which includes supply tanks, pumps, lines, valves, product tanks effluent systems and all equipment within that plant) in a safe manner in accordance with current procedures and agreed best practices.

• Maintain a safe operational environment by being knowledgeable of and enforcing all safety and environmental rules, policies and regulations in the work area.

• Attend and demonstrate proficiency in all mandatory Safety training.

• Complete weekly safety audits, with the requirement of four per month including O&C/SUSA/CURE/EHS&S or other safety department initiatives.

• Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the Production Technician skill blocks for which the individual is qualified.

• Maintain proper communication (verbal and written) and documentation as required for the operation of the plant to ensure maximum output and quality of product during operation.

• Sample and label raw material and/or products as required using established procedures.

• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to and become proficient in the safe operation and control of automated control systems.

• Maintain inventory control in all tanks associated with the process.
  Assures the integrity of the product and process as per standard operating procedures and/or written or verbal instructions.

• Maintains a high level of housekeeping in the work areas including the tank farms. Dispose of debris in the general plant area and clean areas using whatever tools or equipment are required.

• Make appropriate adjustments to the equipment used in the processes to maintain required product quality and maximize efficiency.

• Demonstrate basic troubleshooting skills while effectively communicating the current status, progress, completion and resolution description through documentation on log sheets, work orders and communication to supervision/relief personnel.

• Develop and suggest ideas for improving processes and equipment.

• Immediately report any accidents or hazardous incident.

• Participate with other team members in preparing processes and equipment for maintenance using proper LOTO and Safe Work procedures when required in a timely fashion.

• Perform regular plant safety inspections/audits and write/enter work orders for all required repairs.

• Provide knowledge, information, and support during training of new/or relief personnel. Complete all required documentation at the time of instruction.

• Perform analytical measurements as assigned to assure product quality at all times.

• Perform material transfers as required.

• Perform all aspects of “warehouse operator” position and general warehouse functions which include hand-palletizing 50 lb. bags, stenciling/labeling, stretch-wrapping, loading trucks, as necessary.

• Operate and manage industrial trucks (such as forklifts) to load and unload materials or deliveries and move materials to storage areas or operational areas.

• Operate and manage Track mobile to move railcars…