Production Operation Technician

* Pick and stage all necessary raw materials prior to beginning batch via forklift or pallet jack.
* Stage, fill, and label drums, totes, or pales for finished products from reactors or storage vessels following Standard Operator Procedures (SOPs).
* Print, complete, and scan necessary packaging and shipping documents as required.
* Unload and sample raw materials from tank trucks or rail cars.
* Load finished materials onto a tank truck
* Complete all tasks wearing the proper PPE in accordance with site policies
* Support and comply with all company safety, health, environmental, and quality programs and policies and be directly responsible for managing safety and health performance
* Perform other duties as required and directed by Production Manager, Production Supervisor or other senior operators.
* Control the operation of chemical processes (which includes supply tanks, pumps, lines, valves, product tanks effluent systems and all equipment within that plant) in a safe manner in accordance with current procedures and agreed best practices.
* Maintain a safe operational environment by being knowledgeable of and enforcing all safety and environmental rules, policies and regulations in the work area.
* Attend and demonstrate proficiency in all mandatory Safety training.
* Complete weekly safety audits, with the requirement of four per month including O&C/SUSA/CURE/EHS&S or other safety department initiatives.
* Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the Production Technician skill blocks for which the individual is qualified.
* Maintain proper communication (verbal and written) and documentation as required for the operation of the plant to ensure maximum output and quality of product during operation.
* Sample and label raw material and/or products as required using established procedures.
* Demonstrate the ability to adapt to and become proficient in the safe operation and control of automated control systems.
* Maintain inventory control in all tanks associated with the process.
Assures the integrity of the product and process as per standard operating procedures and/or written or verbal instructions.
* Maintains a high level of housekeeping in the work areas including the tank farms. Dispose of debris in the general plant area and clean areas using whatever tools or equipment are required.
* Make appropriate adjustments to the equipment used in the processes to maintain required product quality and maximize efficiency.
* Demonstrate basic troubleshooting skills while effectively communicating the current status, progress, completion and resolution description through documentation on log sheets, work orders and communication to supervision/relief personnel.
* Develop and suggest ideas for improving processes and equipment.
* Immediately report any accidents or hazardous incident.
* Participate with other team members in preparing processes and equipment for maintenance using proper LOTO and Safe Work procedures when required in a timely fashion.
* Perform regular plant safety inspections/audits and write/enter work orders for all required repairs.
* Provide knowledge, information, and support during training of new/or relief personnel. Complete all required documentation at the time of instruction.
* Perform analytical measurements as assigned to assure product quality at all times.
* Perform material transfers as required.
* Perform all aspects of “warehouse operator” position and general warehouse functions which include hand-palletizing 50 lb. bags, stenciling/labeling, stretch-wrapping, loading trucks, as necessary.
* Operate and manage industrial trucks (such as forklifts) to load and unload materials or deliveries and move materials to storage areas or operational areas.
* Operate and manage Track mobile to move railcars safely in either the track mobile driver capacity or the groundman.
* Communicate and work effectively with Vantage personnel and third parties (such as contractors, delivery drivers, etc.).
* Perform any other non-routine duties as directed by management or supervision.
* Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in an industrial facility, preferred
* Forklift Experience preferred
* Medical, HSA, dental, vision
* FSA (limited purpose, dependent care, and commuter/parking)
* Life and AD&D insurance
* Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
* Short- and long-term disability
* EAP, identity theft protection
* Paid time off, Parental Leave
* 401(k) with company match
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