Chemical Operator

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our CA - Columbia site's operations team based in Gaston, SC. The ideal candidate for the Chemical Operator possesses a safety mindset and applies a high degree of self-driven ownership and accountability while operating chemical processes which produce PET plastic molding compound.

Responsibilities The Chemical Operator will be reportable to the  Shift Supervisor and have responsibilities for the following tasks :

Safety / Environmental Responsibilities :

• Assist in Area Safety duties as prescribed in addition to being a Safety Role Model for operators.
• Ensure weekly safety requirements are completed.
• Assist in reviewing and signing Safe Work Permits as needed.
• Ensure area / shift team completes MACT / Title V Environmental documentation and send appropriate notifications.
• Receive guidance and training from Instructor-Safety Coordinator.
• Communicate status of operational-technical training weekly to Instructor-Safety coordinator.
• Serve on the plant ERT (Emergency Response Team)

Quality Responsibilities :

Ensure weekly ISO audit in completed timely and thoroughly.

Required Skills The requirements that an individual must possess to perform the essential elements of the job :

Job skills, educational background, training requirements or training required :

Physical Requirements :

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC  is a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people’s lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.