Lead Chemical Operator

1 month ago


Wallingford, United States BYK Additives Full time

Job Description

BYK Additives & Instruments is one of the world’s leading suppliers in the field of additives and measuring instruments. Around the world, the additives of BYK ensure that coatings and plastics precisely obtain the desired properties and the correct quality.


We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced Lead Operator to join our production team

  • Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit plans eligible to enroll within 30 days of hire
  • Annual Merit increases, Bonuses, and 401K Discretionary company match up to 5%
  • Opportunity for advancement and training opportunities for all employees.


Position Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Monitoring process areas to ensure established run rates and cycle times are met, troubleshoot areas if needed
  • Ensure Operators are adhering to documented procedures and correctly filling out paperwork as required
  • Direct Batch Makers in the manufacturing processes (examples: take samples at designated times, monitor process equipment, stage raw materials, monitor temp and pressure during feeds, etc..)
  • Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, support plant initiatives such as Safety, Housekeeping Upkeep, Training, and Communicating shift status
  • Ensure raw materials are managed and staged for current batches as needed and returned to proper inventory locations as directed
  • Audit batch paperwork and SAP entries as required
  • Develop, train, and mentor Operator talent by offering constructive criticism and feedback on process safety, operations, process equipment, efficiency while producing batches
  • Able to coach production operators on processes and procedures.
  • Work together with Shift Supervisor and Lead Operator B to plan workday of Operators on shift and communicate plan to interested parties
  • Take ownership of Shift Responsibilities when Supervisor is absent, communicating status to management on issues throughout the shift
  • Proactively drive workplace culture of clean and organized work areas
  • Track multiple tasks throughout the day


Qualifications:

  • HS Diploma required
  • 7-10 years of experience in a batch chemical manufacturing setting
  • Experience in PSM setting
  • Competent with Microsoft Office
  • SAP experience desirable


Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong Interpersonal Skills – Positive “can do” attitude, stress tolerant, ability to inspire others
  • Ability to assign others with multiple tasks (batches, vessel cleaning, etc)
  • Knowledge of chemical manufacturing operations
  • Knowledge of PSM processes
  • Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and practices as applied in a chemical manufacturing setting
  • Strong verbal and communications skills with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels in an organization
  • Ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment


Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental Vision- Participation within the first 30 days of employment
  • Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Competitive Bonus Potential
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO


Schedule:

  • Overtime
  • Night Shift (7pm - 7am)
  • Rotating weekends


Education:


  • High school or equivalent


In the ALTANA Group, you will work in a unique culture of innovation where the utmost importance is attached to promoting individual ideas and abilities as well as open, trusting interaction. ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.



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