Senior Operator

Overview

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world. Chemours emphasizes Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive, using science, data, and technical expertise to develop market-leading products with performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

The Titanium Technology facility located in New Johnsonville, Tennessee has openings for Senior Operators.

• Operate manual valves, perform minor maintenance activity, perform analytical work in field labs, and ensure equipment is safe to operate.
• Monitor and operate equipment and facilities, including field equipment, to ensure quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintain safety standards at all times and initiate and follow emergency procedures when necessary.
• Adhere to job procedures, safety protocols, and quality policies; use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow procedures for handling hazardous materials; participate in safety training programs.
• Participate in regular safety audits and follow procedures such as confined space entry, lock out tag out, and emergency response.
• Operate process units to handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials using standard procedures, including valves, pumps, blowers, compressors, burners, screws, eductors, computer systems, and other process equipment.
• Complete daily operator rounds/inspections, write daily shift notes, generate work orders for repairs, construct barricades for hazards, review/revise SJPs, and order area supplies.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment using mechanical knowledge and manufacturer literature to restore operation.
• Complete routine housekeeping tasks and collect/process material samples; enter results into the appropriate system; calibrate in-area lab equipment as needed.
• Prepare for confined space entry, lock out tag out, hot work permits, and line breaks; purge, drain, isolate, and lock out equipment to ready it for maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and restore equipment; provide peer coaching and training for new Operator personnel after training completion.
• Operate forklifts and other motive equipment; respond to emergency operations as part of the EOC/ERT when needed.
• Support transition from a 40-hour day schedule to a 12-hour rotating shift schedule; overtime may be required.

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness/ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs; ability to wear a respirator and other PPE, including acid suits.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, including fixed ladders, and to work in all weather conditions and in confined spaces.
• Capable of learning quickly and working in a team environment.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits packages
• 401(k) match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Strong inclusion and diversity initiatives
• Company-paid volunteer day

• We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination; we comply with all applicable laws.
• Chemours is an E-Verify employer. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
• Candidates may be selected to complete online and onsite assessments as part of the hiring process; relocation/travel assistance will not be provided.