What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Trainee - Melamine Bagger position at Cornerstone Chemical Company?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Operator Trainee entry-level job at Cornerstone is responsible for the Melamine bagging operation and for operating bagging room equipment.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate packing lines and solids conveying equipment in a safe, environmentally responsible manner.
- Operate a forklift in limited driving areas.
- Obtain certified departmental training.
- Follow operating procedures for optimal packaging performance.
- Monitor packaging equipment to ensure proper operating equipment.
KEY SKILLS:
- Quick learner and team-oriented individual.
- High regard for safety and environmental performance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (Must have)
- Must be able to lift and stack 50lb packaged units.
- Must be able to work in a chemical manufacturing environment and work a rotating shift schedule of 12 hours
- Must be cleanly shaven
- Must have Steel-Toe Boots, wear Full-Lenght Pants, Sleeved Shirt
- Must have unexpired Driver's License/ID
- Ability to commute to Waggaman, LA (across from the New Orleans Airport on the other side of the MS River)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Plant Operator experience
- Associate of Applied Science in Process Technology (PTEC) Degree
- Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Holder OR Able to meet qualifications to obtain one (Paid by Company if hired). More information at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
- A minimum score of 60 in the North America Process Technology Alliance (NAPTA) PTEX-CR exam which is used as a standard for applied process technology knowledge OR the ability to obtain this score as part of the recruitment process. More information at https://www.naptaonline.org/ptex-cr-exam/
EDUCATION:
Minimum Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Week 1 (48 hours)- two days from 5 PM to 5 AM, two days off, followed by three days from 5 AM to 5 PM, two days off
• Week 2 (36 hours)- two days from 5 PM to 5 AM, three days off, followed by two days from 5 AM to 5 PM, three days off
• Week 1 (48 hours)
• Week 2 (36 hours)