Chemical Process Operator Jobs

CHEMICAL PROCESS OPERATOR

INTRODUCTION

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ROLE DEFINITION

DuPont currently has openings for Chemical Operators in the CMP Technologies division, located at our Newark-Bellevue Delaware site.

RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION

DuPont CMP Technologies business is the global market leader in consumables for chemical mechanical planarization or polishing (CMP). The CMP step in semiconductor fabrication creates a planar surface on a semiconductor wafer through the interaction of a pad and slurry on a polishing tool. A smooth planar surface enables the lithography step to be more effective, circuits to be made smaller and more layers of circuitry to be built. Our portfolio offers a full range of hard and soft polishing pads and slurries designed to meet unique performance needs for different CMP applications and nodes.

The position requires the flexibility and willingness to work one of the following shift options, based on available openings at time of offer:

• Flexibility to train on day hours is a plus.
• 8 Hour Shifts – Day, Evening and/or Night
• 12 Hour Shifts Day and/or Night

Your key responsibilities will be/what you’ll do:

• Ensure safety guidelines/rules are strictly followed; verify that preventive measures are in place before operating; utilize SDS regularly; wear required PPE & PPC, up to and including full-face respirators and in accordance w/ site and area procedures; utilize extreme caution for process safety due to chemicals used; conduct monthly safety audits; recognize safety concerns and escalate via processes; participate in SHINE (5S PROGRAM) program.
• Utilizing strong attention to detail and multi-tasking, responsible for quality control of product, which includes frequent in-process and final product quality testing. Respond to out-of-control points by either following established action plans for process disruptions or adjusting equipment as appropriate for equipment disruptions.
• Required to identify and complete preventive maintenance at a basic level. Handle first-line troubleshooting such as equipment malfunctions, computer program issues, setting adjustments; involving appropriate other experts as needed.
• Operates automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in accordance w/ operating procedures, including programmable, logic control devices.
• Responsible for complex liquid / chemical batch manufacturing, which also requires familiarity of a variety of production machines that serve as either internal suppliers or customers to the chemical operator. Equipment includes but not limited to: mixers, agitators, pumps, differential pressure cells & gauges, valves, automated and manual delivery systems.
• Responsible to off load and package intermediate and final products, as well as waste.

Skills & Qualifications

• Good communication, interpersonal, organizational, numerical, and analytical skills are required
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• This role is located in Newark, DE and may require less than 5% of travel
• Demonstrated track record of problem solving using a fundamental approach is desirable
• Good judgment, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are required
• Good written skills, proficient computer skills, and ability to work with MS Office tools are required
• A self-starter who can identify, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks with an ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to take general direction and complete assignments/tasks
• Must be able to work overtime when required, per business need

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements:

Education & Work Requirements:

• A minimum of up to 2 years work experience
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Training or education in chemical process or chemical handling is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Some work requires manual dexterity & repetitive movements of the upper extremities
• Lifting > up to 10 lbs. frequently, lifting > 11 to 25 lbs. occasionally, lifting > 26 to 50 lbs. occasionally
• While performing the duties of this job, various physical requirements include climbing stairs, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling and performing overhead work.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) & quality protective equipment including steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hat.
• Ability to wear personal protective devices including a full-face respirator.
• Responsible for ensuring, promoting, and working in a clean environment with varying degrees of temperatures, humidity and Quality Protective Equipment
• Stand for extended periods of time while working at machines
• Use of mobile equipment

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