Chemical Operator

Summary

As a Chemical Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently assembling raw materials and processing products according to Synsus’s high-quality standards using automatic/manual machines, hand tools and equipment. This position is responsible for creating batches following a “recipe” on batch tickets, tracking raw material inventory while maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow detailed written methods, instructions and formula for mixing, blending and compounding specific ingredients in precise amounts for the manufacture of consumer and industrial products.

• Distinguish between various raw materials by proper labels and physical properties during batching.

• Understand the key process variables which impact product quality and consistency and understand how to control and troubleshoot them.

• Prepares and makes ready all materials for manufacturing. Monitors change of temperature, pressure, visual appearance, physical changes and other significant developments which serve as an indication of process progress.

• Fill out a batch sheet complete with all necessary data including but not limited to weight of each add, time of completion with date and testing results.

• Able to communicate any change or discrepancy to equipment or batches on time, clearly and effectively across the team.

• Maintain clean work areas, cleans manufacturing and storage tanks, all lines and all other equipment, using steam and various cleaning agents as required.

• Operate Lift Truck to move/store raw materials.

• Perform minor maintenance tasks as required to keep processes operating.

• Understand and follow OSHA, EPA, ADEM and other regulations.