Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Altus, OK

(The position is located about 10 miles south of Arnett, OK)

Job Description

Under the supervision of Plant superintendent, support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company. The chemical plant operator is responsible for monitoring; and safely/efficiently operating iodine chemical extraction plant. which extracts, produces, and packages raw iodine. Operator must ensure the highest quality product is produced at the most efficient chemical usage rate and lowest possible production cost. while adhering to all environmental, health and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities,

• Demonstrate team work in all phases of operation
• Start up and shut down of chemical process
• Operate fluid transfer pumps of all kinds
• Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Prep, Package, and handle all product produced
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and process issues
• Operate pallet jack
• Operate forklift
• Maintain all housekeeping and preventative maintenance standards
• Obtain process samples for lab testing and evaluation.
• Document all work completed on shift including logs, data collection, and procedures.
• Participate in all training and re-training provided by company.

Work Schedule

(shifts may vary depending on plant needs)

• 12 hour shift, 7am-7pm & 7pm-7am
• work week is Thursday to Wednesday, 7 days on/7 days off
• monthly rotational schedule is required
• must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Position Pay

• competitive starting wages at $17.00 an hour.

Benefits

• Full benefits package (Health, Vision, Dental , Life, & 401K)

Position status

• Full time employee

Requirements of position,

• Must pass thorough background check and drug screening
• willingness to learn, ability to maintain a positive attitude,
• high school diploma or general education degree(GED)
• ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, effectively present information
• ability to add, subtract, divide, and multiply all units
• good communication skills, upbeat work ethic,
• ability to handle 55 pounds continuously
• handle 110 pounds from dead squat to 3 foot platform.
• work on feet for extended periods of time while being exposed to outside elements.
• strong ability to multi-task

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 to $20.00 /hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person