Chemical Operator

💰 $3,200 - $5,120 (Est.) 📍 Richmond 🕐 6 days ago

Job Description

Qualifications
Candidates must be able to work at elevated heights and consistently move between four levels of the facility
Candidates must be able to dump 10-kilo bags into containers, utilize basic math skills, track and monitor plant data, and follow procedures
Operating plant machinery
Monitoring instrumentation panels
Basic math skills
Using forklifts
Industrial scales
Power tools
Hand tools
Following verbal and written instructions
Communicating with all levels of staff and management
Staying current on procedures and policies
Benefits
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts
Responsibilities
Essential functions include the efficient operation of the specialty chemicals plant
Candidates will work with powdered chemicals used in the polymer-making process, which are utilized in plastics and waste water treatment plants
Initially, candidates will shadow other operators and document processes but will rarely perform tasks independently that aren't basic
Once trained, this position is responsible for the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the chemicals' plant, which includes utilities, bulk storage, and the warehouse
Candidates will operate plant machinery and equipment as necessary, perform repetitive tasks, and remain in a stationary position for an extended period
Tasks may include opening and closing valves, monitoring instrumentation panels, and reporting findings from gauges
Performing maintenance
Troubleshooting minor maintenance defects
Performing tasks independently
Job description
Job Title: Production Technician

Job Description

Essential functions include the efficient operation of the specialty chemicals plant. Candidates will work with powdered chemicals used in the polymer-making process, which are utilized in plastics and waste water treatment plants. Candidates must be able to work at elevated heights and consistently move between four levels of the facility. Initially, candidates will shadow other operators and document processes but will rarely perform tasks independently that aren't basic. Once trained, this position is responsible for the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the chemicals' plant, which includes utilities, bulk storage, and the warehouse. Candidates will operate plant machinery and equipment as necessary, perform repetitive tasks, and remain in a stationary position for an extended period. Tasks may include opening and closing valves, monitoring instrumentation panels, and reporting findings from gauges. Candidates must be able to dump 10-kilo bags into containers, utilize basic math skills, track and monitor plant data, and follow procedures.

Hard Skills
• Operating plant machinery
• Monitoring instrumentation panels
• Basic math skills
• Using forklifts
• Industrial scales
• Power tools
• Hand tools
• Performing maintenance
• Troubleshooting minor maintenance defects

Soft Skills
• Following verbal and written instructions
• Communicating with all levels of staff and management
• Performing tasks independently
• Staying current on procedures and policies

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in North Chesterfield, Virginia.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1+83, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, ****** orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

💡 Quick Summary

Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Chemical Operator position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Richmond offers a professional environment and growth potential.

Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.

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Job Details

Company Name: Aerotek

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