Chemical Operator

Pay rate: $20.00-$25.00/hr., DOE
Hours: 9:00am- 5:30pm, M-F- The Chemical Operator may be required to work weekends and/or a holiday as dictated by demand at the time.
Location: Commerce, CA
Duration: 3 months
Forklift Certification is required in hand on the first of the assignment if selected.

Position Responsibilities:
Performs all operations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws in addition to GCP applied Technologies safety requirements to ensure;

• All job functions are performed using Safe work practices.
• Wear PPE required for the job (Hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed shoes, gloves, face shield)
• Assists in inventory counts and reconciliations. Meets production quality standards.
• Production output meets thru-put standards.
• Produces finish product to fill Customer demands in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

Participates in EHS Behavior Based Safety program, Daily and Monthly Safety meetings, Web Based training programs, Personal Safety Action Plans, EHS and Environmental Operational Management practices.

Informs Production Team Leader of an inability to meet daily thru-put requirements.

• Ask questions for clarification as needed, suggest recommends and/or implements approved corrective action.
• Ensure Lab and QA procedures are followed per GCP's requirements. Also, ensure product quality standards is maintained and documentation is completed in a timely manner.

Daily management of the Shipping and Receiving Department to assure that:

• Orders are evaluated, scheduled appropriately to ensure timely delivery to customers.
• All shipments are prepared to order, properly labeled, loaded and shipped in accordance with DOT regulations.
• All receivables are properly accounted for, labeled and transferred to their designated storage areas within the plant.
• All receivables and outgoing shipments is posted in SAP and documentation filed appropriately.

Informs Plant Supervisor and/or Customer Service of an inability to meet customer delivery requirement.

• Offer solutions to resolve and correct this deficiency.

Participates in daily facility housekeeping within all production and warehousing areas and as assigned by the Production Team Leader.
Informs Production Team Leader of any maintenance requirements and/or activities necessary to insure the safe, efficient operation of plant equipment and systems.

• Utilize Kaizen actions sheets or work order forms for corrective actions.

Participates in scheduled team meetings to recommend any necessary changes in procedures that will improve quality, production output, health and safety. Also, decrease waste generation and cost.

Engages employees to become a best in Class Company and make GCP Applied Technologies a safer place to work.

Peer keeping, coaching and mentoring help provide a safe work environment, team spirit and employee development.

While performing the duties of this job, the Chemical Operator is required to stand, walk, sit, and climb or balance.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the Chemical Operator is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.
The Operator is occasionally exposed to high places; fumes or airborne particles; chemicals (acids and bases); outside weather conditions; heat; noise and vibration.

Job Requirements:

• Chemical Operator reports to the Production Supervisor - is responsible for Safety, evaluating daily production requirements through SAP and executing production plan.
• Additionally, complete all quality control functions and documentations.
• Schedule and perform unloading and loading of tankers, rail cars and totes.
• Other job functions related to Shipping and Receiving including scheduling, loading/unloading, batch cards, receiving into SAP, packaging of customer orders in pails, drums and totes for on time delivery. Safe operation of a Fork Truck and dock safety compliance is mandatory

Special Requirements:
• Applicants must have strong reading, math, and technical skills, and the ability to qualify on various processes and equipment in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.
• Applicant must be able to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Safety conscious, pays attention to detail, and is proactive.
• Must Candidate must be able to work indoors or outdoors in the Los Angeles temperatures and be able to physically lift 50 lbs. and climb stairs.

Work Experience:
• Candidate with 2 years' experience in a chemical manufacturing or distribution environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong commitment to Safety, EH&S, Quality, and Customer Service.
• Candidate must have the ability to operate a Forklift in a safe and courteous manner
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Previous exposure to a Lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement culture is a bonus
• Computer Skills are required and SAP Production Module experience is preferred.

Education:
• Preferred Individual must have High School diploma or equivalent.
• Computer and Microsoft application proficient. (Excel, Word, Power Point, SAP)
• Proficient in English reading and comprehension in addition to possessing math skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Additional education is a plus

Benefits: (employee contribution)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.