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1.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Chemical Operator works a rotating shift to maintain the safe and effective operation of the plant 24 hours a
day seven days a week as required. The Chemical Operator must be able to interface with computer systems such
as a distributed control system and personal computers in order to effectively perform the required tasks. Chemical
Operator duties include activities indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Activities routinely involve
climbing ladders, working at heights of over fifty feet, entering confined spaces and working in heat, noise and cold.
The Chemical Operator must maintain skills and knowledge of the plant equipment and operation and be able to
accurately relate computer indications to process conditions in the field. The Chemical Operator must exercise
good judgment at all times in determining any conditions that might warrant shutting down the process if
necessary, to ensure that non-routine situations are handled to minimize risk or exposure to plant personnel or the
community.
the PSM program including management of change reviews and process hazards analysis. Develop an
understanding of and maintain complete compliance with regulatory requirements regarding the
manufacturing facility and associated products.
conditions or circumstances.
periodic recertification.
and acquired process knowledge.
responsibilities.
equipment is safe to perform work and plant lock out/tag out, hot work and confined space entry policies
are strictly observed.
control and reduce costs, improve product quality and continuously improve productivity.
Operating data including flows, temperatures and pressures, operator observations and other
instrumentation, company files, literature, consultants andco-workers.
control points and limits.
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CHEMICAL OPERATOR
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and cGMP requirements by adhering to processes and procedures and working toward achievement of
company objectives.
2.0 REQUIREMENTS
2.1 EDUCATION
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
2.2 EXPERIENCE
2.3 SKILLS AND ABILITIES
A verifiable background in the following areas will be considered an asset to employment:
3.0 PHYSICAL AND SAFETYREQUIREMENTS
4.0 OTHERS
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CHEMICAL OPERATOR
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5.0 TRAINING Program-Operator Progression
A new hire will enter the Operator Training Program or will be grandfathered into the program based on
their prior certifications.
Step 1 Operator Trainee I-Entry level Rate-$25.78
Step 2 Operator Trainee II- completed their 3 months of probation and initial training with a
satisfactory completion – Rate - $30.92
Step 3 Operator Trainee III-completed at least 6 months of training and has satisfactorily
completed the Chem Technician certification Rate - $ 36.05
Step 4 Operator Trainee IV- has satisfactorily completed DMSO Operator Certification and
completed at least 12 months of training as an Operator Rate $ 41.60
Step 5 Chemical Operator V- Current Level IV Operator and completed N2O4 Certification –
Rate $ 44.37
Step 6 Chemical Operator-Full Operator assigned to a shift. Completed at least 6 months as
Operator V Rate - $ 45.45
Total Program time (Level I thru Level 5) to complete is a maximum of 24 months.
The Operations Director reserves the right to make exemptions to the movement to another level
depending on meeting certifications and requirements with management approval.
Please send resumes to careers@gaylordchem.com
For internal use only
Full Time
Durable Manufacturing
$44k-60k (estimate)
12/15/2023
05/18/2024
gaylordchemical.com
TUSCALOOSA, AL
100 - 200
1962
Private
MARK SMITH
$10M - $50M
Durable Manufacturing
Gaylord Chemical produces polar and water-miscible organic liquid for agriculture and pharmaceutical sectors.
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