SE - Op IV - Specialty Esters

Description

The Chemical Operator produces process product by preparing, establishing, monitoring, and controlling production processes, while maintaining quality, safety, and cleanliness standards, documenting production and processes, and maintaining equipment.

• Prepare production by reviewing schedules/specs, retrieving and sampling materials, coordinating lab testing, and inspecting equipment.
• Set and program processing controls and auxiliary equipment to establish production specifications.
• Monitor production using DCS, review variables and alarms, analyze logs, ensure process stability, and adjust controls as needed.
• Ensure product quality through sampling, testing, inspections, and recommending improvements.
• Log processing statistics to document production.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and report equipment issues.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness by following procedures and patrolling the unit.
• Prepare equipment for new product runs by circulating cleaning agents.
• Communicate shift handovers, noting actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs.
• Update knowledge through training and technical literature.
• Take ownership of new requests and seek opportunities to add value.

Requirements

The role requires strict adherence to safety procedures, effective communication across shifts, and a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

• 2-5 years experience in manufacturing methods, process improvement, data analysis, controls/instrumentation, and quality maintenance.
• Experience with distillation and/or vacuum operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work >8 hours per day and >40 hours per week.
• Willingness to work 12‑hour rotating shifts.

Benefits

• Health savings account.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) matching.
• Professional development assistance.
• Life insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance