Sirius Staffing is seeking Chemical Operators to work a Temp-to-hire opportunity in Hopewell, VA. Please contact us today for more information.

The chemical operator carries out the activities involved in the manufacturing of products. These activities cover the receiving and storage of raw materials to the making, packaging, and storing of intermediates and final products.

Schedule :

Rotating shift work, 7-7

Dupont schedule

4 nights, 3 days off

3 days, 1 day off

3 nights, 3 days off

4 days, 7 days off

Responsibilities :

• Calculating ratios, percentages and other math functions.
• Completing paperwork on transfers, packaging, tank wagons, etc.
• Written communication in the shift log.
• Automatic and manual charging, controlling, sampling reactions and process vessels using DCS per written instructions.
• Use DCS Control System Batch Interface to load recipes and control and troubleshoot batches.
• Making blends and sampling.
• Recording process data on batch logs, batch records and inventory control records.
• Making process changes per procedural instructions.
• Handling hazardous materials safely.
• Packaging materials.
• General plant maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work conditions.

Qualifications :

• High-school education or equivalent; vocational training or job-related coursework preferred.
• A minimum of one year of relevant work experience in a chemical plant.
• Ability to understand and operate a distributed process control system, personal computer and associated software systems.
• Ability to demonstrate basic math skills.
• Ability to manage time and determine priorities to meet daily plant requirements.
• Ability to understand and carry out routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts and weekends as scheduled.
• Must be able to operate a forklift truck and be capable of passing certification testing.

Sirius Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-04-25