Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Washington

This is an entry level position assisting Facility Operations personnel with monitoring, operating, and maintaining various facility support systems. Typical tasks include:   

• Maintain empty drum recycling process  
• Forklift operation  
• Chemical off-loads  
• Preventative maintenance and servicing duties  
• Restock supplies  
• Perform tasks as “Parts Runner”  
• Change filters, lubrication of equipment  
• Change out chemical containers  
• Support Facility Plant Operator activities such as gathering, analyzing and recording indicator readings  
• Perform duties as member of the Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) / Emergency Response Team (ERT)  
• Must be able to be on-call to cover overtime for vacant positions or project work as required  
• Other duties as assigned   

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   

• Able to learn to operate a forklift  
• Experience in performing duties in an industrial facility  
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills  
• Demonstrated ability to work without constant direct supervision  
• Must have a high degree of integrity and self-motivation  
• Ability to professionally interact with personnel inside and outside the department  
• Must possess the ability to quickly adapt to emergency situations, changing schedules, and priorities  
• Strong organizational skills  
• Background screens are conducted for these positions   

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Basic computer skills  
• Prior experience operating a forklift   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT  

A requirement for this position you must maintain status as a Hazmat team member, this includes meeting and maintaining the physical and training requirements for certification. Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Will handle drums weighing up to 600 pounds on occasion. Must be able to read the information and identify the colors located on labels and placards.   

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Facility Utilities work both indoors and outdoors in all extremes of weather. Wearing and utilizing various types of Safety equipment including chemical protective suits (up to and including fully encapsulated), chemical protective, boots, gloves, goggles, hard hat, safety harness, safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators (chemical & particulate) and sometimes self-contained breathing apparatus are worn. Utilities perform tasks around and with a variety of gases, chemicals and waste (hazardous & toxic). They must work in confined spaces, at high elevations and around high noise levels. They often work alone for long periods of time. A high degree of safety consciousness is required. Compliance with Federal/State and company safety policies and procedures is required.  

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

SEH AMERICA BENEFITS

We are committed to employee health and wellness and believe it plays a factor in our success.  The SEH America benefit package is considered one of the most generous plans in the region based on coverage and employee cost.  SEH America is pleased to offer the following benefits, services, and perks:

Health Benefits for You and Eligible Family Members

• Medical (2 plan options with prescription drug program included) - Massage therapy, acupuncture, & naturopathy included in plan
• Dental (2 plan options)
• Vision (automatic election with medical and dental enrollment)

Paid Time-Off Benefits

• Vacation (equivalent to 80 hours first year) & Vacation Savings Account
• Sick pay (80 hrs sick pay with rollover & payout)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Company leave programs including Short Term Medical Leave (up to 24 weeks – based on length of service) & Long Term Disability
• Bereavement Leave (up to 3 days), Jury or Witness Leave, SEH-A Military Leave Program

Other Company Provided Benefits

• 401(k) Plan- Company match plus additional employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care
• Employee Basic Life Insurance- Option to purchase supplemental & dependent life insurance
• Voluntary AD&D Insurance (for employee & family)
• Company provided Long Term Care Insurance – Option to purchase additional employee and spouse coverage

Services & Perks

• Education Assistance- Paid directly to school
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized Childcare
• On-Site Café (cost subsidized by company)
• Community Garden
• On-Site Fitness Center (no cost & open 24/7)
• EV Charging Spots
• Multiple Award Programs & Employee Appreciation Events
• Diverse Employee Population
• Numerous Growth Opportunities & Career Paths

SEH America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to military and veteran status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Offers of employment are contingent on a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. SEH-A participates in E-Verify. More information can be found on our website.