Chemical Technician

Job Summary

The Chemical Technician is primarily responsible for the safe unloading and storing of chemicals.

• Load and unload trucks
• Weigh and/or measure quantities of varying types of chemicals
• Build troughs
• Grade buns and transfer to correct location
• Mix ingredients in proper sequence and proportions
• Ten mixing or compounding equipment and maintain control over time, heat, pressure, color, or other variables.
• May perform blending, filtration, or other related operations.
• Maintain batch time, weight, color, heat, production and/or other records as required.
• Observe gauges, meters, and panels to monitor operating conditions.
• Maintain records to comply with ISO 9000 requirements and standard operating procedures.
• May operate forklift, cut-off saw, and other various hand tools such as air powered tools.
• Make certain that all areas are kept clean, especially containment in the event of a spill.
• Ensure that the proper disposal of materials are completed.
• Take inventory and assist in maintaining inventory levels.

• Load and unload railcars.
• Ensure site security to prevent vandalism to railcars.
• Ensure that all areas outside are kept clean, especially containment in the event of a spill.

Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow work instructions and sequential order.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

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