What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Operator C position at AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP?
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AMVAC is seeking a Formulations Operator C to support safe, efficient and environmentally responsible product packaging at our Axis, Alabama manufacturing facility. This position operates, monitors and troubleshoots packaging equipment, performs basic maintenance and helps maintain quality and production standards.
AMVAC, an American Vanguard company, develops, manufactures and markets products for agricultural and commercial use. This on-site position may require nights, weekends and 12-hour rotating shifts based on production needs.
Job Duties & Responsibilities- Inspect, operate, monitor and adjust packaging and production equipment; report deficiencies or unsafe conditions.
- Clean and prepare packaging equipment and inventory packaging supplies.
- Troubleshoot equipment warnings and minor mechanical issues, and perform basic maintenance or repairs as appropriate.
- Adapt to changing production needs while maintaining safe operation and product quality.
- Identify and report plant conditions, equipment concerns and production issues to the Formulations Supervisor.
- Operate forklifts to move materials when properly certified.
- Perform housekeeping and other production-related duties as assigned.
- Follow company policies and applicable environmental and safety requirements.
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred; experience in packaging or chemical manufacturing is a plus.
- Ability to safely operate and troubleshoot production equipment and perform minor maintenance.
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Commitment to safe work practices, environmental compliance, dependability and attendance.
- Availability for weekends, nights, 12-hour rotating shifts and additional hours during peak production periods.
- Ability to meet job-related respiratory protection, medical and substance-screening requirements as applicable.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Technical or vocational education preferred.
- Work in an industrial manufacturing environment with possible exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving machinery, loud noise, vibration and extreme temperatures or weather.
- The job includes prolonged standing and walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing.
- Must be able to safely lift or move items over 70 pounds as specified in the position description, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Medical, dental and vision benefit options.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase opportunities.
- Vacation, holiday and sick pay, and applicable shift differential.
AMVAC is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct applicable pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing. AMVAC participates in E-Verify.