Albemarle Corporation
Chemical Operator I
Albemarle Corporation, Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States, 28086
Job Description
Be an essential element to a brighter future.
We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.
Essential Duties
Demonstrate good aptitude for safe work practices; understanding the operation of process units and process variables, basic maintenance and material handling skills while ensuring product compliance to established standards
Performs all functions relating to the processing of products; consistent with established requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Adheres to all compliance/regulatory mandates and quality requirements
Receives general work instructions orally, from emails, data files and/or from log sheets
Monitors gages and recording instruments and adjusts valves and controls to regulate flow of chemicals through process systems for prescribed reaction within critical limits, according to log sheets and based on prior experience with equipment/process
Performs material transfers to and from tanks, drums, rail cars, totes, etc.
Moves chemical products through piping and valves using pumps and pressurized lines
Assists in unloading raw materials, minor maintenance, and general cleanup work
Heavily involved with day-to-day operations and process troubleshooting
Involved with LOTO of equipment, permitting of work within the unit, and executing hazardous line breaks
General Requirements
Must be flexible with rotating work shifts, and willing to work overtime
Demonstrated safe work practices including the usage of PPE
Be able to lift 25-50 lb. frequently, 50-100 lbs occasionally with necessary assistance
Ability to climb stairs and ladders frequently.
Must be able to wear respiratory protection
Ability to work in a wide range of environments (indoors and outdoors) in varying degrees of heat and cold weather conditions
Must be able to work in a team environment
Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions including SOP's and Batch Record documentation
Preferred knowledge of manufacturing processes and the operation of manufacturing equipment
Preferred knowledge of computers / control systems
Legible handwriting
Willing and able to work in site fire brigade
Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Two years' related experience or equivalent technical training/certification preferred; or a combination of related experience and technical training/certification
Benefits of Joining Albemarle
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.
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We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.
Essential Duties
Demonstrate good aptitude for safe work practices; understanding the operation of process units and process variables, basic maintenance and material handling skills while ensuring product compliance to established standards
Performs all functions relating to the processing of products; consistent with established requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Adheres to all compliance/regulatory mandates and quality requirements
Receives general work instructions orally, from emails, data files and/or from log sheets
Monitors gages and recording instruments and adjusts valves and controls to regulate flow of chemicals through process systems for prescribed reaction within critical limits, according to log sheets and based on prior experience with equipment/process
Performs material transfers to and from tanks, drums, rail cars, totes, etc.
Moves chemical products through piping and valves using pumps and pressurized lines
Assists in unloading raw materials, minor maintenance, and general cleanup work
Heavily involved with day-to-day operations and process troubleshooting
Involved with LOTO of equipment, permitting of work within the unit, and executing hazardous line breaks
General Requirements
Must be flexible with rotating work shifts, and willing to work overtime
Demonstrated safe work practices including the usage of PPE
Be able to lift 25-50 lb. frequently, 50-100 lbs occasionally with necessary assistance
Ability to climb stairs and ladders frequently.
Must be able to wear respiratory protection
Ability to work in a wide range of environments (indoors and outdoors) in varying degrees of heat and cold weather conditions
Must be able to work in a team environment
Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions including SOP's and Batch Record documentation
Preferred knowledge of manufacturing processes and the operation of manufacturing equipment
Preferred knowledge of computers / control systems
Legible handwriting
Willing and able to work in site fire brigade
Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Two years' related experience or equivalent technical training/certification preferred; or a combination of related experience and technical training/certification
Benefits of Joining Albemarle
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.
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