Chemical Plant Op II - St. Gabriel, LA

## Chemical Plant Op II - St. Gabriel, LAApplylocations: St. Gabriel, Louisiana, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R1752**Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!****Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.****“We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”****Role Overview:**The Chemical Plant Operator II is responsible for taking daily inventory, unloading and loading raw materials and finished goods, as well as helping in any of the other operational departments. Chemical Plant Operators are also responsible for using and maintaining the equipment used to blend chemicals.**A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role:*** Assist with inventory, leak, and tank checks; open/close tanks and transfer lines for raw material handling.* Operate equipment such as skid loaders, forklifts, pumps, blenders, reactors, and weighing scales.* Unload and transfer raw materials (e.g., Acetic acid, Formic acid, Aqua Ammonia) using proper safety procedures and personal protective equipment, including respirators.* Learn to read meters, charts, and instruments to ensure accurate production operations; gain experience with troubleshooting and report equipment issues to management.* Collect, label, and deliver product samples for lab testing.* Help prepare and label drums, totes, and other containers for shipping.* Follow batch instructions under supervision.* Maintain a clean and safe work environment.**What You Bring to the Role:*** Basic knowledge of computers.* Safety-oriented work habits.* Strong attention to detail and precision in all operations.* Able to tolerate seasonal temperature extremes.* Ability to work in an environment that has a moderately loud noise level.* Must pass a pulmonary function test and have a respirator clearance.* Be clean-shaven to wear a respiratory mask.* 2+ years of work experience in a chemical plant and a strong understanding of chemical processing are preferred but not required.* High School Diploma or higher required.**What Makes You a Great Fit:*** You’re versatile, flexible, and willing to work weekends and holidays* You can contribute to a team with a positive attitude and outlook* You are safety-minded and consistently follow safety protocols and procedures* You’re on time and prepared for work assignments that may include physical and repetitive tasks**Compensation and Benefits:*** The base compensation for this position ranges from $26.25 to $35.04 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.* This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.***Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:**Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.**NACHURS ALPINE SOLUTIONS** is a Wilbur-Ellis business.For over 70 years, Nachurs Alpine Solutions has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 – formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border. Our liquid fertilizers are marketed under the ALPINE brand and NACHURS brands in North America. The New Ag Markets Business Unit sells liquid fertilizer into turf, specialty, international, and private label markets. Products sold in the oil and gas markets, transportation and mining markets, and industrial chemical markets are all sold under the NASi brand. Nachurs Alpine Solutions has manufacturing plants located in Garretson, SD, Marion, OH, Corydon, IN, Red Oak, IA, St. Gabriel, LA, New Hamburg, ON and Belle Plaine, SK. #J-18808-Ljbffr