Job Description
Job Description
Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.
If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.
Then, this position is right for you!
Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com
Our offer :
- Shift Differential
- Medical / Dental / Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
- 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
- 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
- Uniforms Provided
- Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.
- 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
- We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.
Background
Works under direct to general supervision of the Area Manager in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.Performs routine to complex line operations of dry and liquid chemicals to produce high purity specialty minerals. The work process involves steps that are repetitive to unique in character, requiring careful adherence to well-established instructions usually provided in operations manuals, as well as independent discretion and judgment on higher level lines.This is a transitional JD, designated to new hired employees under training.Tasks being develop on training
Production Process ActivitiesAdjusts controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of dry and liquid chemicals, and times of prescribed reactions, according to knowledge of equipment and processes.Monitors gauges, recording instruments, or products to ensure that specified conditions are maintained.Inspects equipment or units to detect leaks and malfunctions, shutting equipment down if necessary.Cleans, assembles, and makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment using hand tools.Quality Control ActivitiesDraws samples of products at specified stages for analyses by others.Determines particle size, percent solids, or percent moisture as required by product specifications.Unloading and Loading ActivitiesRetrieves, measures, and adds raw materials to reaction tanks according to product specifications.Manages in-process hopper transfers.Palletizes finished packaged items or packs items in cartons or containers.Operates hand truck or fork lift.Safety, Health and Environmental ActivitiesObserves safety precautions to prevent accidents, fires and explosions.Participates in safety training and programming.Record Keeping DutiesRecords operational data such as temperatures, pressures, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.Records amounts and lot numbers of raw materials on process manufacturing data records.Specifications
Chemical mixing and blending production experienceExperienced Chemical Operator a mustKnowledge of :Mathematics and English comprehension (Basic level)Raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goodsSafety, health and environmental rules and regulations, policies and proceduresSkill in :Troubleshooting and product inspectionOperation control and monitoringEquipment maintenance and light repairManagement of material resourcesAbility to :Work in extreme cold and hot (120 F) environmentComprehend oral and written English instructionLift 55 pounds and drive fork truck in safe and efficient mannerFollow established policies and proceduresOperate and maintain chemical processing equipmentExhibit manual dexterity, perceptual speed and extent flexibilityAdopt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needsPass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities testClimb, stand, and work at heights of up to 20 ft.Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling, able to walk, stand or crouchStooping : Bending body downward and forward at the waistAble to push using upper extremities to press against with steady forceUse upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objectsAble to reach and extend arms in any direction
