MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN / PERMANENT RESIDENT AND HAVE A VALID U.S. DRIVERS LICENSE!

LOCATED IN NORWICH, CT.

Position Overview

A Chemical Operator III will have at least 4 years experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment.

As a mid-level operator at Nalas, a Chemical Operator III will be part of a team responsible for the manufacturing of chemical products. Under minimal guidance, a Chemical Operator III will demonstrate the skills to safely operate and control chemical equipment specific to processes. The Chemical Operator III is proficient in the safe handling and storage of bulk quantities of chemicals. A Chemical Operator III will repair plant equipment and effectively record operations. A Chemical Operator III will provide mentorship to entry-level operators. The Chemical Operator III will be responsible for maintaining a clean workspace. It is critical a Chemical Operator III understands aspects of project management, demonstrating an excellent understanding of timeline and budget. A Chemical Operator III is expected to always operate in a safe and efficient manner, with a mindset and behavior that reinforces the Nalas Quality culture, ensuring Nalas services meet or exceed customer needs.

Plant Proficiency

• Operate in a safe and efficient manner and follows Nalas SAF Procedures.
• Maintain a clean workplace.
• Experienced with working in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in basic mechanics.
• Learn to participate and support writing of Nalas laboratory review forms (LRF's).
• Follow Nalas written procedures with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with equipment and chemical process setups.
• Contribute to the design and setup of new chemical processes.
• Proficient with plant controls.
• Weigh materials accurately under minimal supervision.
• Proficient in repairing equipment.
• Operate tools under minimal supervision.
• Provide guidance to entry-level operators.

Project Management

• Demonstrate good time management, organizational skills and teamwork.
• Demonstrate excellent understanding in Nalas assignments, timeline, and budget constraints.
• Identify and communicate variances in assignments vs actuals.

Quality

• Mindset and behavior consistently reinforces the Nalas Quality culture.
• Design and execute work under the quality management principles targeting to be right the first time.
• Follow Nalas QSOPs.
• Ensure Nalas products and services meet or exceed customer needs.

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Physical/Respirator Fit Test.
• Qual/Cert program.
• Arms, Ammunition, & Explosives Training.
• Drug Screening.
• Academic transcript.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, standing for long durations, climbing up stairs and ladders, reaching with upper extremities, bending, etc.
• HAZARDOUS DUTY: Incumbent is regularly exposed to the hazard of chemical and explosive ingredients. The danger inherent in this type of work cannot be completely eliminated by established SOP's and/or safety equipment. Incumbent may be responsible for hazardous and universal waste collection, consolidation, segregation, and proper storage and labeling. Incumbent may be responsible for performing emergency response activities, emergency response clean-up, hazardous waste clean-up, and the handling of hazardous waste materials when training is provided.
• Must be willing and able to wear required personal protective equipment during chemical handling operations. This includes, but is not limited to, Hazmat suits, goggles, safety glasses, breathing air hoods, boots, gloves, etc.

EEO Employer - Disability/Veteran/Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Due to contractual obligations, the position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency. Do you meet this requirement? Please specify.

Experience:

• chemical manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• U.S. Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person