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Chemical Operator

Job in Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90503, USA
Listing for: PACER GROUP
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Operations Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Title:
Chemical Operation

Location:
Torrance, CA

Duration: 3-6 Months (Temp to Hire)

Summary:
  • This job is primarily responsible for the packaging and shipment of Finished Goods.
  • Some of the responsibilities are loading, unloading and cleaning equipment, packaging product, maintaining a safe and orderly work area, assisting other production areas as needed and overall plant Housekeeping.
Responsibilities:
  • Yard responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sampling, weighing and inspecting loads, loading and shipping trucks, railcars, and iso-containers within scheduled time, filling and packaging drums & totes, and general plant housekeeping.
  • Follows Operating Discipline principles, procedures, and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation
  • Operates and field checks process equipment. Monitors process conditions, equipment, and control systems
  • Performs tasks assigned to operations (e.g. field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.)
  • Ensures operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals
  • Uses troubleshooting skills to resolve process-related deviations and problems; initiates work requests in SAP as needed.
  • Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and Operating Discipline.
  • Performs process equipment troubleshooting, improvements, and preventative maintenance utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
  • Expected to use or develop computer skills and participate in procedure writing/verification and other AIMS activities.
  • Utilize "troubleshooting skills" to identify issues and report them to maintenance for repair (e.g., small leaks, replace valves, steam traps, etc.)
  • Participate in the Immediate Response Training and participate in the IR team as required
  • Support BU safety initiatives and programs.
  • Participate on EH&S improvement teams and complete related action items as required.
  • Identify potential safety issues, communicate hazards and complete follow up actions to mitigate.
  • Complete Operator Minor Maintenance activities to reduce maintenance costs and reduce production loss events.
  • Contribute to the Business and Site AIMS Initiative
  • Improve Unit Operating Efficiencies and reduce energy consumption by monitoring equipment and recognizing abnormal situations.
  • Ensure waste material / hazardous waste is disposed of properly and receive annual RCRA training.
HSEQ Responsibilities:
  • Employee is expected to maintain a healthful and safe working environment and is further expected to:
  • Meet all legal, regulatory and other requirements of the site through general awareness and training.
  • Participate in HSEQ activities provided by the site management.
  • Identify and communicate the potential gains and possible improvements related to the work environment and management system through employee suggestion programs, during group meetings, or through other identified communication tools.
  • Remain in compliance with the rules, standard procedures and work instructions related to the specific job title and site location.
  • Complete assigned training through client's learning management system or attendance to assigned Web-Ex or Instructor Led Training (ILT) classes.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Context and Environment:
  • This is a plant-based position located in Torrance, CA
  • This job requires working scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Accountabilities:
  • The role that is generally first to see a truck when it arrives at the site and the last to see a truck when it is ready to depart.
  • The role generally resides at the truck entry point to the loading/receiving site.
  • This role confirms loading has been completed to greatest extent possible.
Key

Competencies:

  • Responsible Care - in the delayered organization, it is important that everyone understand and accept their responsibility to work safely, protect the environment, and fully participate in the plant's EH&S program.
  • Initiative - people who are self-starters, who seek out work and improve the plant will do well in this role
  • Work Process Discipline - plant safety and operating procedures are well documented. A successful technician will be able to access and utilize this information.
  • Productivity Focus -…
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