Nitrous Oxide Plant Operator - DONORA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Other duties may be assigned.

Reports to Plant Manager - Receives, tests,

releases for use, and unloads Ammonium Nitrate solution from railcars or

trailers. - Monitors, records, and maintains the operation of a nitrous oxide

production facility with in Standards of Control - Troubleshoots and corrects

production conditions that are outside of the Standards of Control - Collects

product samples from storage tanks - Uses validated analytical methods and gas

chromatography to determine product conformance to written standards - Compiles

batch production records, performs tests, and prepares Storage Tank Conformance

Reports - Releases Conformed storage tanks for use following review by Quality

Control - Samples returned bulk trailers for suitability to standards and

releases trailers for reloading - Reports non-conforming trailer to plant

manager - Loads bulk trailers - Takes samples, performs tests, and prepares

Certificates of Analysis for loaded trailers. - Releases trailers for

distribution following review by Quality Control - Performs scrubber solution

maintenance and documents action - Performs dryer maintenance and documents

action - Receives chemicals, parts and components, in accordance to published

procedures - Demonstrates ability to start up the plant and to shut down the

plant under normal and emergency conditions - Assists in plant maintenance -

Assists in development of operating procedures - Maintains personal compliance

with FDA, DOT, OSHA EPA and other governmental regulations - Complies with

Matheson's Medical Procedures; Safety Procedures and Environmental Procedures -

Receives customer complaints and begins response process - Perform other

projects and duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

SAFETY -Believes in and adheres to Matheson's safety policy - Demonstrates commitment to Zero Accident objectives - Active participant in safety meetings, discussions and improvement - Follows strict operating procedures - Supports company compliance to FDA and DOT requirements

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION : - Responsive to customer calls and complaints - Provides product within published specifications and customer requirements - Understands concept of customer service

PROFITABLE GROWTH : - Supports and achieves plant goals and objectives - Suggests methods of cost control / improvement

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT : - Meets individualized training requirements - Assists in training of new production technicians - Recommends training opportunities

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT : - Increases knowledge of the organization, it's policies, procedures; order fulfillment process, product lines and strategic plans

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION : - High School diploma or equivalent - Must be able to perform mathematical exercises of moderate complexity - Able to read, write and speak English - Able to pay attention to details - Aims for total accuracy in records and reports - Ability to determine cause and effect in plant operation - Experience in plant operation and industrial environment - Knowledge of instruments and test equipment - Basic computer skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : - Moderate work - Climbing, stooping, turning and lifting up to I 00 lbs. possible - May be required to work in inclement weather - May be required to spend a great deal of time on his / her feet - May be required to wear respirator - May be required to work shifts - May be required to work alone on weekends and on back shifts

Compensation package including : - Excellent Health Benefits Package; Medical, Dental, Vision - Top-of-the-line 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match - Paid Time Off; Holidays, Floaters, & Sick - Life Insurance - Short-Term Disability

M ATHESON is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.

EOE AA M / F / VET / Disability

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