Chemical Operator South Haven

Band Grade : 8 Hourly Wage:$24.35 Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.Job Description Grace is seeking a Chemical Operator for our South Haven Site. The South Haven Site produces a portfolio of products for the specialty pharmaceutical industries, specifically Active Pharmaceutical Intermediates. Consisting of a cGMP kilo lab, pilot plant and custom manufacturing at the commercial volumes, the site is fully equipped to develop and manufacture custom drug intermediates and API’s. South Haven is nestled on the Lake Michigan Coast with beautiful beaches and fun year-round.lick to add description.Responsibilities A Chemical Operator mechanically prepares production materials for packaging and shipment through centrifugation, drying, milling, compaction and classification using prescribed cGMP practices. Tends tumble dryers, mills, classifier, compactors and centrifugal extraction equipment. Completes proper documentation of all steps taken in the process. Loads and operates milling machine to produce material that meets customer specifications Compact and classify material to insure proper particle size Pack out material in shipping containers and move into shipping warehouse Maintain high level of housekeeping to prevent cross-contamination of material Fill out proper documentation including batch records, AN, log books Loads and operates tumble dryer to remove moisture from product Must be available to work nights, holidays, weekends and overtime Must complete a job specific test Must be clean shaven to wear a respirator at times Must pass a drug screen Must pass background check including criminal Must be available to work 12-hour shifts (4:45-5:10) and do 3 months on days - 3 months on nights rotation Rotation listed below: Schedule On=working Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat On Off Off On On Off Off Off On On Off Off On On On Off Off On On Off Off Off On On Off Off On On This title reports to the Operations Supervisor. Starting wage is $24.35 per hour with room for advancement. Training is provided for this role. Employees who are in good standing can reach $35.00 per hour in three years from start date.Physical Requirements and Environment Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft. Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator Required Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Experience in mathematics, chemistry and mechanical appitude. Expereince working on teams that require strong communication and documentation skills. One to 3 years experience in manufacturing or similar setting. (Preferred) Benefits US Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Disability Grace Wellness Program Flexible Workplace Retirement Plans 401(k) Company Match – up to 4% Paid Vacation and Holidays Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.