Production Operator (Kalamazoo)

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Monitors process conditions, records operating data and complete all required paperwork
•    Sets up and observes equipment operations and makes required adjustments
•    Produces quality products per customer specifications
•    Performs routine activities for shipping and receiving of finished goods and raw materials
•    Performs BPCS transactions as required
•    Coordinates the flow of materials and products to and from the production areas
•    Performs regular inspections and minor mechanical repairs to equipment as needed, including proper lockout/tagout for minor maintenance repairs
•    Performs housekeeping, snow removal and other yard duties as assigned
•    Maintains process warehouse
EDUCATION, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
•    high school diploma or GED
•    1-3 years industrial and forklift operation experience’ preferably in a chemical manufacturing plant
•    experience with 500 to 2500 batch reactors, condensers, dryers, leaching columns, pumps, process piping and process instru-mentation is helpful
CORE COMPETENCIES
•    able to speak and write in a manner that can easily be understood
•    good numerical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem solving skills
•    basic computer literacy
•    powered industrial vehicle certified
•    ability to function as team player
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear.
•    The employee must be able to continuously lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
•    Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth percep-tion, and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential func-tions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to chemical process area conditions prevalent at the time.
•    Requires outside work and exposure to weather conditions.
•    Must be able to wear a respirator when required.
•    Hearing protection is required during certain process conditions.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
•    reports to the Production Supervisor
•    interacts regularly with laboratory technicians, production employees, members of the leadership team, contractors, consultants, visitors, and employees from other companies that work on the same campus (Allnex)
•    interacts periodically with regulators, inspectors, auditors and city/state/federal officials, as needed

   

 

 

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

 

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