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Chemical Plant Operator / Tanker Loader
Southern Resin, a company within the Tailored Adhesives family of businesses, is seeking an experienced Chemical Plant Operator / Tanker Loader to join our manufacturing team.
The Chemical Plant Operator / Tanker Loader is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the chemical manufacturing process, including emulsion polymer and/or ketone aldehyde polymerization. This position also supports tanker loading operations, bulk storage, production documentation, and coordination with maintenance, technical, supervisory, and fleet personnel.
The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, organized, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the production process for manufacturing emulsion polymer and/or ketone aldehyde products.
- Operate and monitor plant equipment and process instrumentation.
- Ensure equipment is operating properly and coordinate with Maintenance when service or repairs are needed.
- Manage and coordinate activities of Material Specialists as required.
- Follow established procedures during equipment shutdowns and emergency situations.
- Obtain batch samples for Quality Control testing and make necessary process adjustments based on results.
- Complete production records, formulas, batch tickets, and other required documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of trailers loaded and update the truck-loading board as needed.
- Ensure truck-loading and bulk-storage areas are maintained in a clean and orderly condition.
- Steam out Tailored Chemical/Southern Resin tankers as scheduled.
- Communicate regularly with the Fleet Manager regarding truck scheduling and updates.
- Coordinate with technical and supervisory personnel to support safe and efficient production.
- Follow all applicable safety and operating procedures.
Qualifications
- Previous operational experience in the chemical or related manufacturing industry preferred.
- Familiarity with IGNITION control software preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to multitask and effectively manage time and priorities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to coordinate activities.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and product quality.
- Ability and willingness to work the assigned shift.
Shift Information
This position may be assigned to one of the following shifts:
1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday – Friday
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Sunday – Thursday
Benefits
Southern Resin offers the same benefits package available through Tailored Adhesives, including:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
About Southern Resin
Southern Resin is part of the Tailored Adhesives family of companies. The organization is committed to producing quality products while maintaining a strong focus on safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
If you have chemical manufacturing or plant operations experience and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a growing manufacturing organization, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- 1-2 years' experience with chemical processing, batch production, or manufacturing operations.
- Are you familiar with IGNITION or another industrial process control/SCADA systems?
Experience:
- Working indoor/outdoor environment: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23