Chem Lab / Solution Prep Technician

Description

The Camden Site currently has an opening(s) for Chem Lab / Solution Prep Technician. This position will be assigned to a shift-based work schedule and shift assignment will be based on business need. This position could also be assigned to provide support to both areas.

What You Will Do In Your Role

A Day in the Life Typically Includes:

• Share and seek knowledge from the Method Technician and/or the Area Specialist to assist with troubleshooting, any special training/equipment needs
• Manage data entry in computer applications (SAP, QCS, OTIS, OpCon, PQM-g, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Make-up of solutions for S&F
• Complete sample analysis to include use of RV, Amine Ends, pH, X-ray, etc.
• Follow established Test Methods to obtain and report accurate results
• Work with government agencies for reportable spills/releases
• Process special requests from engineers; supporting new product testing
• Receive / process / analyze product & chemical samples from different areas of the plant
• Ensure sample results are automatically sent via computer applications
• Respond to production or environmental non-conformance, communicating with the site operations
• Maintain safe work practices by following safety data sheets (SDS’s), plant/area Safety rules and procedures

Attributes:

• Contribution Motivated - creates value for the team, the site and for the business
• Ability to multitask, coordinate priorities and flow to the work
• Ability to work independently and with various levels of organization
• Strong Principled Entrepreneur – creates Virtuous Cycles of Mutual Benefit
• Strong Safety Commitment
• Strong attention to details; critical and analytical thinker, good communicator
• Operations Based Work System: a Principled Entrepreneur, Strong team player, Seeks and shares best knowledge
• Willingness to cross-train and take on more responsibilities – become a Principled Entrepreneur

Work Schedule:

• Rotating shift schedule requires employee to work some holidays and at least 50% of weekends
• Schedule is subject to modification as production needs dictate, overtime is required, as needed
• Average full-time work schedule of 15 days per month
• Rotating 12-hour shifts. (36 hours one week, 48 hours the following week)

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

What Will Put You Ahead

• Work Keys: Locating Information or Graphic Literacy – 5, Observation – 4, Applied Mathematics – 5
• Associates Degree or higher
• 1-year minimum technical experience (Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), ability to troubleshoot data and recognize outliers
• Level 2 Safe Work Permit Issuer & Lockout Capabilities
• Working knowledge of OpCon, PQM, OTIS, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Held a Team Lead or APL position

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Working twelve (12) hour shifts to include, weekends & holidays
• Commitment to adhere to safety rules and regulations including wearing personal protective equipment (including respirators)
• Available to work Overtime
• Perform tasks such as lifting (~55lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours / day

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.
This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf