Entry Level Chemical Operator

Vacancy Name Entry Level Chemical Operator

Vacancy No VN224

Department Operations

Location Zeeland

Employment Type Full-Time

Company Overview Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.

Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.

Description The Entry-Level Chemical Operator is responsible for performing all functions necessary for the manufacturing of finished products. The Entry-Level Chemical Operator performs a variety of tasks related to shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks, handling hazardous chemicals, packaging finished products and general duties assigned within the facility which are necessary to ensure efficiency within overall operations. This role serves as an entry level role in learning the overall site operations and offers growth into a Chemical Operator for the facility.

Job Details Role Specific Responsibilities :

Ensures workplace safety by participating in the Behavior Based Safety Observations while practicing and following all site safety policies, guidelines, and procedures

Complies with all Aurorium Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Documents work according to FDA regulations

Packages, drums, and loads chemicals safely and efficiently

Includes filling drums or other containers to proper weight (both manually and using automated equipment), using proper labeling, etc.

Handles disposal of all hazardous waste properly and in accordance with policies to ensure compliance

Achieves production needs and goals consistently while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime

Adheres to all Aurorium Standard Operating Procedures

Operates forklift truck to move and stack filled drums or containers

Maintains detailed records and documents shift information on the Standard Work form completed daily

Performs daily activities independently with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with the Operating Team Leader (OTL)

Assists in cross-training team members and co-workers as needed

Understands and executes Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned events

Maintains outstanding housekeeping and 5S

Performs other duties as assigned

Compliance :

• Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
• Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
• Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Additional IATA Certification, IMDG Certification or DOT preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Additional IATA Certification, IMDG Certification or DOT preferred

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities

Self-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills

Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, climbing ladders, etc.

If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category. #LI-Onsite

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