Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Rhode Island

Chemical Plant Operator controls equipment and systems that process chemical substances and materials into products. Operates equipment and monitors the production process to ensure efficient and safe output. Being a Chemical Plant Operator follows standard operating procedures and performs in process quality checks to identify and resolve issues during processing. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, respond to system notifications and makes required adjustments as needed. Additionally, Chemical Plant Operator enters required production data and information into logs. May unload or move materials. Follows all procedures for safe material handling and required safety gear. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Chemical Plant Operator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Chemical Plant Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Chemical Plant Foreman (2nd Shift)
  • Clean Harbors Environmental Services
  • Cranston, RI FULL_TIME
  • Clean Harbors is seeking a Facility Foreman to add to it's team in Cranston, RI.   Hazardous Material Handling a must! The Facility Foreman performs hands on operations and supervision of plant operations including drum pumping, drum dumping, and tank farm operations. This is a physically demanding position and works under potentially adverse conditions such as heat or cold year around.

    Shift: 2nd Shift   3pm-11pm   Mon-Fri

    Why work for Clean Harbors?

    • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5;
      Competitive pay and benefits;
    • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days;
    • Group 401(K) retirement savings with company matching component;
    • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career;
    • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement;
    • Positive and safe work environments.
    Responsibilities for Internal Candidates
    Key Responsibilities:

    • Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times; 
    • Performs one or more specific plant operations such as, drum pumping, drum dumping, tank farm operations, truck offloading/loading, and wastewater treatment;
    • Supervises multiple employees and a single plant operation;
    • Operates a forklift when necessary;
    • Assures all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking movements is maintained and submitted immediately after processing operations have been completed;
    • Ensures that employees follow and maintain all applicable Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures;
    • Ensures that supervised operations staff meets all compliance standards;
    • Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment;
    • Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.
    Qualifications for Internal Candidates
    What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

    • High School diploma or equivalent;
    • 2 years of industry-related experience;
    • Ability to work in team environment;
    • Good organization and leadership skills;
    • Proficiency in Windows based computer applications;
    • Demonstrates proficiency in one or more of the following specific plant operations: drum pumping;
    • drum dumping; tank farm operations; truck offloading/loading; wastewater treatment.
    Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout North America. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500 companies, thousands of smaller private entities and numerous federal, state, provincial and local governmental agencies. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is a premier provider of used oil recycling and re-refining, parts washers and environmental services for the small quantity generator market. Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, Clean Harbors has waste disposal facilities and service locations throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Mexico and Puerto Rico.

    We appreciate all those interested in joining Clean Harbors; only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.

    Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. *CS

  • 2 Days Ago

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Plant operator
  • Carrier
  • South Kingstown, RI FULL_TIME
  • Country : United States of America Location : CAR04 : NOR URI University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI, 02881 USA We are looking for an experienced operator for the University of Rhode Island at their...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Plant operator
  • Synagro
  • Woonsocket, RI FULL_TIME
  • Description Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Chemical Plant Foreman - 2nd Shift (FT)
  • Clean Harbors Environmental Services
  • Cranston, RI FULL_TIME
  • Clean Harbors is seeking a Facility Foreman to add to it's team in Cranston, RI. Hazardous Material Handling a must! The Facility Foreman performs hands on operations and supervision of plant operatio...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Operator I - Chemical Operator (3rd shift)
  • Saint-Gobain High Performance Solutions - Life Sciences, Composites & Mobility
  • Bristol, RI FULL_TIME
  • Why do we need you ? The Operator I (Chemical Ops) will produce high quality, non-contaminated batches of various grades of polyimide resin for the automotive and aerospace applications. The incumbent...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Power Plant Operator
  • Impact Solutions Inc
  • Newport, RI FULL_TIME
  • Position SummaryThe "B” Operator is accountable for the safe operation, monitoring and recording of plant functions throughout the facility under the direction of the “A” Operator. The "B" Operator ta...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Chemical Plant Operator jobs
$53,028 to $72,796

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