Chemical Operator

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Vacancy NameChemical Operator

Vacancy NoVN268

DepartmentOperations

LocationGreensboro

Employment TypeFull-Time

Company OverviewAurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.

Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.

DescriptionThe Chemical Operator position is responsible for performing all duties associated with the manufacturing of chemical products at the Greensboro facility. This role will be responsible for batch processing including charging material, processing batches, monitoring and recording data, loading, unloading, and cleaning equipment, packaging product, maintaining a safe and orderly work area and assisting other production areas as needed.

Note - This is a Night Shift position

Job Details

Role Specific Responsibilities:

Performs duties associated with batch processing and overall chemical manufacturing for the Greensboro site

Ensures workplace safety by practicing and following all site safety policies, guidelines, and procedures

Operates chemical equipment which could include but is not limited to reactors, pumps, stills, centrifuges, dryers, and other manufacturing equipment with proficiency

Properly weighs, measures, blends, and checks liquid and chemical raw material to assure batches manufactured contain proper materials and quantities

Handles disposal of all hazardous waste properly and in accordance with policies to ensure compliance

Achieves production needs and goals consistently while making efforts to minimize product waste and downtime

Maintains the cleaning and upkeep of department equipment

Adheres to all Aurorium Standard Operating Procedures

Operates forklift to move and stack raw or finish goods

Maintains detailed records and documents shift information daily

Performs daily activities independently with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with the PTL and Lead Operator

Assists in cross-training team members and co-workers as needed

Maintains outstanding housekeeping and 5S

Observes loading process to ensure accurate completion

Samples containers and delivers samples to the Quality Lab for testing/analysis

Performs SAP transactions corresponding to the operating duties executed

Works indoors and outdoors (potentially extreme temperatures) and with chemicals and chemical waste products, some of which can be hazardous

Works with a team to organize tasks - rotating job functions and coordinating break times

Performs additional duties as assigned/required

Compliance:

Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements

Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly

Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

Active participation in continuous improvement activities

Participates in problem-solving

Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business

Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members

Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Self-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

Demonstrated computer skills and ability to navigate electronic documents

Ability to climb ladders and stairs (up to 8 stories)

Experience wearing required PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and a respirator

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work in a team environment within a multi-functional, organizational structure

Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive, physical work such as lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds

Embodies the core values of Aurorium:

credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions

outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact

driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness

empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.

If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. today!

Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category. #LI-Onsite