Production Operator

Grand Rapids, MIStarting pay is $20/hr with progressive increases based on achieved company-provided training certifications; with a $1 shift differential for overnight shift.

Position Hours:

Day and Night Shifts available: 6:00 - 6:00; three on / three off. The Production Operator is responsible for the manufacture, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products. The desired candidate must be safety conscious and a highly motivated team player, ensuring that all activities under his/her direction are performed in accordance within regulatory compliance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIESLoad reactors with raw materials, monitoring and troubleshooting batch process parameters, performing in process and final product QC testingOperate forklift to move materials around the plantParticipate in the following daily communications meetings: Safety Meeting, Shift Change, Shift PlanningCoordinate daily activities with and reports any issues to the Production Team LeadMaintain proper Housekeeping practices in the production areaSupport other Production Team members as needed, if properly trained for the task

Health, Environment, Safety, Quality Responsibilities:

Follow site procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areasProper handling/disposal of hazardous waste materialsAs required, participate in Root Cause InvestigationsUnderstand and execute Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned events in the processEnsure workplace safety by participating in the Behavior Based Safety (BBS) Observation program

Production Technician Responsibilities:

Operate and field check process equipment. Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systemsPerforms tasks assigned to operations (Raw material charges, equipment preparation, process samples, etc.)Perform in-depth troubleshooting of process equipment and systems to resolve process deviations and problemsUse plant knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performanceHelp troubleshoot plant and customer problemsContribute to value creation by continuous improvement of procedures, the operations work processes and related tools and performance metricsFollow housekeeping and safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.

Routine use of a computer to communicate via e-mail, complete online training and other tasks as assigned.

All other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must have a high school diploma/GEDExperience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferredMust be a safety-conscious, highly motivated team player who is able to work independentlyMust be able to climb ladders, work outside in all weather conditions, lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE, including full-face air purifying respiratorMust be willing to work overtime as neededMust be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical and drug screenMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of