Production Assistant Austin Industrial (Eastover, SC) Job at Austin Careers in E

Overview

The Production Assistant will work with Chemical Manufacturing and Processes in which raw materials undergo change. Responsibilities involve optimizing existing equipment understanding the reactions taking place and strong troubleshooting skills.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Perform chemical operations and operate equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Learn and follow all company SOPs.
• Communicate with control room effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor and maintain safe conditions and notify supervision of any equipment deficiencies.
• Analyze and troubleshoot problems in plant operations.
• Assist in preventative maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Affix proper labels to Finish Goods and Raw Materials.
• Be able to read understand and abide by SDSs.
• Understand NFPA and HMIS labeling system.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in the Production Facility.
• Miscellaneous maintenance on industrial equipment e.g. handling wrenches etc.
• Follow instructions of Lead Operator and Supervisor.
• Calculate using basic mathematics.
• Responsible for own actions in a Chemical Environment as it relates to the safety of others and yourself.
• Must be able to perform work wearing personal protective equipment, including rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, and safety glasses.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; work at heights; balance for extended periods of time.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Qualifications

Education: no minimum education requirements.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in an industrial setting preferred.

Must pass drug screen and background check as condition of employment.

Employee Benefits and Employment Facts

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP).

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Contact and Employment Terms

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1