12hr Day shift=7am-7pm/M-F (might move to nights once training is complete) 2nd Shift =11:45am-8pm/M-F 3rd shift-7:30pm-5:30am/M-Th 2 Years of Chemical Mixing or Extrusion Required 2 Years Manufacturing Experience Required Heavy Lifting Required Maneuverability Required Kudzu Staffing is currently seeking experienced Chemical Operators to fill openings with a chemical plant in the Rock Hill, SC area. The ideal candidates should be able to monitor instruments, adjust valves and gauges, and interprets chemical reactions. Candidates should have chemical mixing, waste water treatment or extrusion experience. Essential Functions 1. Operate a variety of process equipment, including reaction systems, distillation systems, filters, extractors, reactors, pumps, and centrifuges in compliance with prescribed operating procedures. 2. Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products into and out of process equipment. 3. Set up and adjust indicating and controlling devices. 4. Monitor and record reactions, noting changes in chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. 5. Adjust valves and controls to maintain system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels. 6. Maintain log of gauge readings, shift production, and equipment malfunctions. 7. Communicate job status to incoming shift. 8. Perform routine maintenance on plant equipment. 9. Maneuver drums and other containers on pallets 10. Troubleshoot process and/or equipment problems. 11. Report/record mechanical/process problems. 12. Sample, control, and maintain plant quality. 13. Operate forklift. 14. Complete plant data/batch sheets. 15. Work in accordance with HSEQ best practice. 16. Perform required housekeeping and maintain orderliness. 17. Attend all safety meetings/trainings as required. 18. Wear all appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) as required. 19. Other duties as assigned. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work environment while performing the duties of this job may include: Exposure to moving mechanical parts Possible exposure to toxic (including high and low pH) and/or flammable materials Exposure to extreme temperatures within the working environment, including outside weather conditions Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions Maneuvering to high, precarious places Potential risk of electrical shock and vibration The noise level in the workplace may be loud Requirements of the position include: Long periods of standing stand Walking Maneuverability such as sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling Ability to navigate stairs and/or ladders Lifting and or moving up to 55 pounds alone Lifting and or moving greater than 55 pounds with assistance Specific vision abilities such a; close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus