Chemical Operations Assistant

## Description

### Join Our Team and Support Critical Manufacturing Operations

Are you looking for an opportunity to build your career in manufacturing while gaining experience across multiple operational areas? We are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious **Operations Assistant** to support Packaging, Plant Operations, and Purification/Yard activities in a dynamic industrial environment.

This hands-on role is ideal for individuals who enjoy variety in their work, operating equipment, solving problems, and contributing to the success of a high-performing team. As an Operations Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant operations while supporting production, material handling, and facility activities.

## What You'll Do

### General Responsibilities

• Perform all job duties safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow quality, ISO, environmental, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor assigned production areas and identify operational issues.
• Assist with equipment adjustments, minor repairs, and troubleshooting efforts.
• Operate forklifts and heavy industrial equipment, including telescoping forklifts.
• Enter maintenance notifications and coordinate maintenance support activities.
• Support housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and plant-wide cleanup initiatives.
• Participate in required training programs and assist in training team members.
• Cross-train on multiple operational processes to support business needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

### Packaging Operations

• Operate automated packaging and material handling systems, including conveyors, elevators, screening systems, and bagging equipment.
• Support product packaging, palletizing, labeling, wrapping, and inventory activities.
• Follow packaging schedules and prepare materials and equipment for production runs.
• Complete Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and work permits as required.
• Maintain accurate quality, inventory, and production records.
• Utilize SAP to confirm production and manage inventory transactions.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities, including operating floor-scrubbing equipment.
• Communicate production status and shift activities effectively.

### Plant Operations

• Support production changeovers and equipment cleaning activities.
• Assist with material transfers and process support activities.
• Transfer products between railcars, trucks, and bulk containers.
• Perform hole watch and fire watch responsibilities during maintenance and outage activities.
• Complete tank and vessel cleanout activities when required.

### Purification/Yard Operations

• Monitor and control manufacturing processes using automated process control systems.
• Troubleshoot process issues and make operational adjustments to maintain process parameters.
• Collect product samples and perform analytical testing.
• Unload raw materials and support chemical handling operations.
• Prepare solutions and operate filtration systems.
• Load trucks, railcars, and bulk containers with finished products and raw materials.

## Qualifications
### Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• WorkKeys® Assessment scores:
• Graphic Literacy (4)
• Workplace Documents (5)
• Applied Mathematics (4)
• Workplace Observation (2)

### Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of packaging, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial operations experience.

### Certifications

• Forklift certification/license required or ability to obtain certification.

## Preferred Qualifications

• WorkKeys® Assessment scores:
• Graphic Literacy (4)
• Workplace Documents (5)
• Applied Mathematics (5)
• Workplace Observation (2)
• Applied Technology (3)
• Experience in manufacturing, packaging, chemical processing, or industrial operations.
• SAP experience and inventory management knowledge.
• Experience operating industrial equipment and automated process systems.

## Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
### Communication Skills

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret work instructions, procedures, technical information, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately complete reports, forms, and production documentation.
• Effective collaboration with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional departments.

### Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to calculate ratios, percentages, and measurements used in manufacturing and inventory processes.

### Computer Skills

• Basic proficiency with:
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Email applications
• SAP or similar inventory/production systems

### Problem Solving

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and operational issues.
• Apply established procedures and sound judgment to resolve problems.
• Recommend improvements that enhance safety, quality, and operational performance.

## Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 55 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other industrial equipment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment.

## Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse facilities are not climate-controlled.
• Regular exposure to industrial equipment, moving machinery, and manufacturing processes.
• Work may involve handling chemicals and working around process equipment.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes, protective clothing, face shields, and other required safety gear.
• Commitment to following all workplace safety, environmental, quality, and food safety requirements.

## Why Join Us?

✔ Competitive compensation and benefits

✔ Career growth and training opportunities

✔ Stable manufacturing environment with diverse responsibilities

✔ Cross-functional experience across packaging, production, and process operations

✔ Safety-focused culture that values teamwork and continuous improvement

**If you're a dependable, hands-on individual who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment and is committed to safety and quality, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join our operations team!**