Chemical Operations Technician

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Chemical Operations Technician for a contract opportunity in Torrance, CA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE) :

• High School Diploma or equivalent

MUST have chemical manufacturing experience

Previous chemical or manufacturing experience preferred

Basic computer skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Good math skills

Ability to work independently and execute strenuous physical activities

Ability to work indoors and outdoors and on any shift

Must be able to read and write English

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Package and ship finished goods

Load, unload, and clean equipment

Maintain a safe and orderly work area

Assist other production areas as needed

Perform yard responsibilities including sampling, weighing, inspecting loads, loading trucks, railcars, and iso-containers

Fill and package drums and totes

Operate and field-check process equipment

Monitor process conditions and control systems

Perform troubleshooting and initiate work requests in SAP

Participate in Immediate Response Training and IR team activities

Support EH&S initiatives and improvement teams

Dispose of waste and hazardous materials properly

Complete Operator Minor Maintenance activities

Contribute to AIMS initiatives and improve unit operating efficiencies

Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE) :

Experience in chemical plant operations

Knowledge of SAP for work requests

Familiarity with EH&S programs and RCRA training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and climb

Ability to work in varying environmental conditions

REQUIRED EDUCATION :

Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent

WORK HOURS :

Full-time

Scheduled and unscheduled overtime required

Position starts out days for a month and then rotate with 12 hour days / nights. Schedule rotates.