What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Loading Operator - Hopewell position at AdvanSix?
Position Summary: The Chemical Loading Operators work on a rotating shift team and performs all aspects of safely transferring liquid bulk chemical products to and from trucks, and rail.
Summary of the Main Responsibilities:
Adhere to standard work and standard operating procedures to ensure unit safety, quality and production goals are met
Responsible for safely operating heavy equipment
The ability to handle and work with highly hazardous chemical intermediates
Ability to wear and work in full body PPE (personal protective equipment) which includes acid suit (acid jacket & acid pants) – full face respirator and hood
Ability to handle changing plant priorities and site needs
Ability to load and unload bulk liquid chemical trucks and rail cars
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer skills
Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment preferred
Additional Qualifications:
Chemical and/or Industrial work environment experience
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to operate a fork truck
Ability to perform the physical labor associated with the job
Possess a strong work ethic and initiative to learn new processes
Ability to work at elevated heights - greater than 50 feet
Ability to work in confined spaces
Demonstrated ability to deliver a safe workspace based on following standard work
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action within an industrial setting
Advanced troubleshooting skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate through multiple layers of an organization