What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Operator position at Solvay?
Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.
We are looking for :
To prepare batches, drum, run the flaker or grinder, and monitor reactions as outlined in Manufacturing Procedures.
We count on you for :
Manufacture products in conformance to plant quality standards.
Package finished goods in conformance to plant quality standards.
Run 2 or more pieces of process equipment simultaneously.
Follow accurate, timely and visible inventory methods to enhance both physical and electronic inventory accuracies.
Uphold and advance HSE policies and standards
Maintain and improve operating performance of the operations department
Participate on improvement projects for the plant
Lead improvement projects
Ensure proactive planning and execution of activities within the operations department
Ensure compliance in areas of safety, housekeeping, and training.
Ensure proper storage and handling of all materials
Comply with plant infrastructure systems (PHMP, ISO 9000, Manufacturing Excellence, Financial Reporting / Management)
Report all safety incidents and near misses and participate in investigations
Complete annual training as outlined in plants' Training Matrix.
Complete required operator progression training as outlined in the Operator Training Matrix.
Always approach your job with the principle that all incidents are preventable. To that end you need to keep the following aspects in mind :
Always perform your job in a sound HS&E manner to protect yourself and those around you.
Risk assessment is a mind set, where you are always assessing hazards and thinking about means to avoid those hazards. Take a proactive approach to maintain excellence in all your assignments.
Be aware of your state of mind (rushing, frustration, fatigue & complacency) that leads to distractions from the task on hand. Those distractions lead to errors resulting in unwanted incidents.
Use all the available tools for your benefits : HS&E training, SafeTrack Observations, Risk Assessment, Incident Reporting, checklists, and Manufacturing Excellence tools.
Job completion means Good Housekeeping, filling necessary reports, and watching for your safety and those around you.
Your Personal Protective Equipment is the most important tool you have as a professional chemical industry worker. Maintain and clean it properly.
Participation leads to ownership. Get involved as often as you can.
You can count on us for :
Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world's leading chemical companies.
Excellent training & development possibilities. (Value for the candidate, growth and learning opportunities)
You will bring :
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Possible entry level position
Ability to learn and demonstrate strong work ethics
Good interpersonal skills
Competent on or able to learn SAP system for production transactions
Must understand the plant waste handling and shipping requirements (RCRA)
Understanding of safe work practices, Process Safety Management, incident investigation techniques, permit to work systems, management of change and safety & environmental regulations.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with other site departments
Able to facilitate efficient cooperation between departments
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and react to changing priorities
Ability to assess, prioritize and resolve plant issues
You will get :
Competitive salary and benefits package
The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is starting at 27.86 an hour. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and / or other incentives.
16, or more, weeks of maternity / paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free language courses (24 languages available)
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
About us
Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.
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