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The Chemical Operator plays a critical role in the business continuity for our production operator at the Baltimore site. Their primary purpose is to operate chemical equipment and ensure the processes are following accurately and one schedule. All personnel are expected and required to execute their duties safely and in accordance with all HSE protocols. The operator will confirm all systems operational at the beginning and end of shifts, collaborate with other operators/leaders on information transfer between shifts and what needs to be done on the following shift.

We count on you for:

• Properly clean and sanitize tanks and transfer equipment per procedures
• Collect process samples, perform simple in-process lab analyses, and make adjustments as needed.
• Prepare appropriate work permits for maintenance and contractors.
• Monitor the plant utilities and wastewater systems.
• Enter computer transactions and work notifications into the SAP system.
• Conduct bulk material transfers using pumps, hoses, heat exchangers, filters, and other transfer equipment
• Perform drumming operations, including unloading drum trailers and palletizing.
• Conduct all tasks in a safe manner and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment per site policies.
• Perform light/routine equipment inspections, documentation, and/or repairs
• Complete all necessary paperwork and electronic documentation (e.g. batch records, checklists, log sheets, shift ends, etc)
• Support the plant’s quality management systems and its compliance with pertinent quality standards.
• Load and unload bulk tank wagons
• Complete janitorial duties and general laborer work as directed, including housekeeping activities.
• Operate all forklifts and material moving equipment.
• Operate and monitor a continual chemical process, batch reactors, blend vessels, and storage tanks in manual mode and with a computerized process control system.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and seek assistance from supervision when necessary

You can count on us for:

This role offers a unique opportunity for the candidate to be part of a growing Special Chem. family and participate in the ambitious transformation journey Solvay is launching in order to further upscale our capabilities. It gives the candidate's the opportunity to be recognized as the orchestrator of our Special Chem. and benefit from a large autonomy to define how we will reach our ambitions with respect to process standardization.

You will bring:

• Ability to stand for full 12 hours shift
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs consistently throughout shift
• Must have strong mathematical, problem solving skills, and computer skills. SAP experience preferred.
• Ability communicate, both written and verbal, with colleagues and leadership
• 3-5 years experience in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Knowledge of chemical operations and batch manufacturing preferred
• Ability to utilize hand tools and applicable devices to make adjustments and repairs as needed
• Knowledge of SAP strongly preferred
• Background should demonstrate safety, dependability, maturity, credibility and productivity.
• Experience in forklift operation preferred
• Chemical experience strongly preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and shift work. This includes holidays and weekends.
• Able to plan and organize multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Willing to cooperate in teamwork, share responsibilities, take direction and advice from others, and train others.
• Must be dedicated to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures

You will get:

• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave
• Health insurance
• Competitive salary; salary range of $25.00-$28.00/hourly. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• Training Platform for all employees
• Solvay Shares Plan
• Life insurance
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free Well-Being sessions (physical and psychological)

Location(s): Baltimore (Maryland/ USA)

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