OPERATOR

OPERATOR PVC   SUMMARY Operates the PVC Production unit to meet production, quality, safety and environmental standards by performing the following duties.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.   Monitors process variables and makes adjustments to operate within the parameters as established in standard operating procedures and log sheets. Monitors rotating equipment for proper operation. Operates manual valves. Samples and analyzes process samples. Operates personnel computers and the DCS (distributed control system). Communicates plant status and abnormalities orally and through written logs. Troubleshoots process abnormalities. Evaluates and makes recommendations for process improvements. Performs minor maintenance.   QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Certificate in Basic Process Operations from a Junior College, Community College, or Trade School and a minimum test score of 12 on TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education); or two years process operations experience in PVC; or five years general operations experience in a plant environment and a minimum test score of 12 on TABE.   LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.     MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.   REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. Climbing can include, but not limited to ascending and descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and poles. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to use an escape respirator or a self contained breathing apparatus.   WORK ENVIRONMENT  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; oils and other cutting fluids; unregulated atmospheric conditions caused by odors, fumes, gases, poor ventilation or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud