Chemical Operator

What we offer Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us. Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik: https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/ Operates equipment in production systems, monitors certain measuring instruments and equipment, pulls samples, operates packaging equipment, and performs unloading and loading operations. Could perform a limited number of analytical tests. Carries out cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair work as necessary. RESPONSIBILITIES Operate chemical process equipment in a safe manner adhering to all safety guidelines. Start up and shutdown equipment for routine and emergency situation. Must be able to accomplish emergency shutdown in breathing air equipment. Monitor process equipment by observing instruments, panel lights, and other indicators. Listen for warning signals to verify conformity of process conditions to plant standards of safety and efficiency. Make control adjustments affecting quality and yield of product as necessary to meet standards of quality and efficiency. Troubleshoot problems using unit methodology together with co-workers, technical and/or supervisory personnel to resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality. Transfer liquid or gaseous fluids to or from process equipment by operating valves. Operate valves or manipulate controls to maintain systems at specified temperature, pressure, or vacuum levels. Make specified operating adjustments on such equipment as pumps, compressors, reactors, distillation columns, heat exchangers, incinerators, furnaces, dryers, etc. Make repeated trips through the entire plant area to visually inspect equipment for leaks and hazards and to record instrument readings, process conditions, and other operating data on daily round sheets. Maintain production records such as reading sheets and visible emissions logs. Assist maintenance personnel in plant repairs including removing and installing valves, pumps, blinds, etc. Assistance includes pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying parts, equipment and tools. Use appropriate tools to properly open, close, remove and secure items. Perform Lock-out, Tag-out operations when preparing equipment for maintenance and return to service. In event of malfunction and/or escape toxic raw materials, immediately alerts Shift Foreman, dons emergency survival equipment and isolates leak. Perform Job Tasks as outlined in Unit specific Standard Operating Procedures. Respond to Unit emergency situations as defined in unit-specific emergency action plans. Perform duties as assigned to include loading/unloading, packaging/drumming, and moving materials within or near the plant, yard, or work site. Perform routine/non-routine housekeeping jobs to keep work area clean and safe. Assist in cleaning of plugged piping and equipment. Write and/or review job task breakdowns and standard operating procedures. Draw samples of products for laboratory analysis. May be asked to perform a limited number of analytical tests (for example; pH or caustic concentration) REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent required At least 2 – 5 years experience in a chemical manufacturing or similar environment preferred. Ability to lift 50 pounds Ability to work both indoors and outdoors. Can commit to and attend 6 courses that are scheduled 2 days a week over a 3 week period Your Application To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com. Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Juliana Enders [C], Stephanie Howell Company is Evonik Corporation This is your opportunity to join a thriving global organization that combines cutting-edge science, technology and engineering with world-class business services to create solutions that answer real-world problems. If you join us, we’ll expect you to take ownership of your work, team up with other great minds, and add your name to creations that make a positive difference for generations. As one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals operating in more than 100 countries with over 32,000 employees, we need your diversity of thought to make us better. In return for your passion, initiative and creativity, you’ll enjoy opportunities to improve and to be respected for your contribution. Click here to learn more about Evonik from our employees.