Laurel Plant - Chemical Operator in , us

Position Overview

This position is located at the Milliken Chemical Plant in Gainesville, FL, and reports to a Chemical Supervisor. A Chemical Operator is a key role in the chemical manufacturing processes. Qualified Chemical Operators will be able to work safely as a team in a Chemical Manufacturing Environment, learn chemical processing, and obtain multiple job certifications to progress to top pay. Entry‑level associates will be expected to rotate on a 12‑hour shift, first‑third rotation, and will be expected to learn basic chemical and material handling skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Become familiar with all pertinent SOPs and departmental manuals and demonstrate ability to perform chemical operator duties.
• Develop working knowledge of the setup, operation and cleanup of chemical process equipment, and demonstrate competency in operating assigned vessels in the Pay and Progression path.
• Become knowledgeable of required paperwork flow, product flow and terminology used in each new production assignment.
• Learn to properly identify and safely demonstrate how to disassemble, clean, reassemble all process filters utilized in commercial production processes as directed by supervisors.
• Responsible for process paperwork including SAP, Excel and Label‑printing computer system.
• Maintain assigned workstation(s) in a neat and orderly fashion with minimal supervision.
• Maintain proficiency in proper sampling, weighing and labeling procedures and demonstrate the ability to keep all containers properly identified and labeled at all times.
• Maintain proficiency in the operation of the following heating and cooling systems: City water, Tower water, Glycol cooling, Steam boiler, Hot oil heating.
• Read and understand all written procedures contained in Chemical Process Documents.
• Demonstrate this ability by completing required procedural batch sheets without error.
• Demonstrate the ability to work and use time effectively under minimum supervision to accomplish assigned production goals and additional tasks to support a safe and clean work environment.
• Demonstrate proficient and safe drum handling techniques while moving full 55‑gallon drums on/off pallets.
• Demonstrate proficient and safe cylinder handling techniques while transferring cylinders from one location to another as directed by supervisors.
• Learn and demonstrate the ability to safely transport and load 25 kg bags of chemicals into various chemical processing equipment by hand.
• Participate in Process Review Committee meetings to serve as the operator process expert.
• Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Demonstrate the ability to listen to supervisors and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Be familiar with and comply with established Milliken Quality Policy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to climb multiple steps, lift 50 pounds on a regular basis, pass medical clearance, and wear a full‑face respirator.
• Computer experience, Windows‑based software.
• High level of computer skills.
• Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Forklift experience.
• SAP experience.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to work as a team and independently.
• Self‑direction and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.