Job Title: Chemical Operator

Job Description

Operate in a regulated environment, complying with PSM and OSHA regulations applicable to manufacturing responsibilities. This includes wearing appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) and understanding and following all applicable standard operating procedures, work instructions, and standard work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor reactors, decanters, filters, process columns, tanks, centrifuges, dryers, and other miscellaneous equipment through manual operations, panel boards, indicators, PLC displays, and DCS screens.
• Package, weigh, sample, and label finished and intermediate products following applicable procedures and good manufacturing practices.
• Maintain detailed operating reports and logs, including notes on problems, weights, volumes, measured temperatures, pH levels, pressures, and flow rates following applicable procedures and as directed by supervisor.
• Deliver samples to the laboratory and retrieve operating supplies from the storeroom.
• Clean and maintain work area, process equipment, tools, and safety supplies according to regulatory and company standards and operating procedures.
• Operate hoists and other material handling devices to move bulk raw materials, WIP, and packaged goods to and from pick-up points.
• Ensure a high level of safety awareness and determine when equipment is not performing to standards or expectations.
• Properly operate processing equipment to ensure the optimum production of high-quality products.
• Understand the potential dangers of equipment misuse and the chemicals being processed.
• Complete computer-based training on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Monitor environmental and safety devices to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Perform Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) independently.
• Participate in various employee involvement teams and committees to improve the workplace, increase efficiency, and improve productivity.

Essential Skills

• Chemical manufacturing experience
• Packaging experience
• Process sampling
• Centrifuge cleaning
• Line flushing
• Operational reporting
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Sound decision-making skills
• Teamwork capabilities
• Ability to wear required PPE

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Associate or Technical degree preferred
• Previous PSM manufacturing experience preferred

Work Environment

Work in a rotating 12-hour/day shift with mandatory overtime as needed. The plant’s open-air construction exposes operators to the normal year-round outside climate, although all 'homebase' workstations are indoors. Typical chemical plant environment with wet floors, chemical staining of equipment, and occasional chemical fumes.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $20 - $23