Chemical Operator

Chlorination, Distillation, WWTP Rotating OperatorReports to: Production Manager - Chlorination, Distillation, WWTPDuties/Responsibilities:Monitor plant operations by performing round checks 3 times per shiftMake needed adjustments during round checks to ensure plant operations are within set parametersMonitor the areas for issues that require maintenance such as flange/clamp leaks, rupture disc tell-tale gauge pressures, etc during rounds and communicate to CDW or rotating chief.Monitor plant operations using Aspen Process ExplorerMonitor and control operations using Yokogawa DCS systemOperate remote controlled hoist systems to load raw materials to the process each dayTake liquid samples of hazardous chemicals while donning appropriate PPE, including rubber boots, chemical suit, full-faced respirator and chemical protective glovesPull caustic samples and perform titrations of the caustic solutionMaintaining a safe work environment by performing the required housekeeping, recognizing hazards and communicating or mitigating those hazards as appropriateWork rotating shifts, weekends, vacation coverage and holidays as neededRequired Skills/Abilities:Ability to use hand tools for the purpose of loosening or tightening nuts & bolts on an industrial scale to the point of preventing leaks from flangesAbility to perform light maintenance as neededAbility to use air impact toolsAbility to use electric corded and cordless tools including saws and drillsAbility to open and close manual valves up to 10" in port size at various heights including below waist height and above shoulder heightAbility to learn and perform repair tasks on equipment including piping and gasket replacementsAbility to use fall protection devices such as fall restraint harnessesAbility to communicate in loud environmentsAbility to be observant, identify abnormal situations (see/hear/smell), and report concerns to supervisors.Understanding of the basic concepts of detailed work instructions including the cause and effect of actions taken within these instructionsForklift certification with the ability to move pallets and containers up to 4000 lbs.Yard Dog/spotter truck certification for moving trailers and ISO containers in the plantManlift certificationBasic math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and average calculationsAbility to apply the math skills listed above to calculate potential tank levels after transfersBasic skills using Microsoft Word and ExcelAccumulate information pertaining to plant operations and accurately convey or communicate that information to the next shift personnelAbility to use a fire extinguisher properlyEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent required; further education and certifications such as Chemical Operator, ISO 9001 and/or 14000 are preferred.Physical Requirements:Frequent lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 50 lbs.Ability to ascend/descend ladders and work up to 160 feet in the air while wearing PPEAbility to ascend/descend multiple (up to 20) ladders to tops of tanks during a 12-hour shiftAbility to ascend/descend up to 4 sets of stairs consecutively multiple times during a 12-hour shiftAbility to ascend/descend up to 4 sets of stairs while carrying up to 40 poundsAbility to accurately swing a sledgehammer up to 12 lbs.Wear Personal Protective Equipment in order to work around liquid chemicals, acid fumes, silicon dust and hot equipment including but not limited to:Full face respiratorDusk maskTyvex suitNomex suit + hoodChemical suit + bootsHearing protectionAbility to stoop and bend to floor level and squat to access and operate valves, pumps, perform maintenance, etc.Ability to work in inclement weather