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Chemical Operator

Hopewell, VA 23860

Posted: 03/06/2024 Job Category: Industrial Job Number: HH432002221

Job Description

Sirius Staffing is seeking Chemical Operators to work a Temp-to-hire opportunity in Hopewell, VA. Please contact us today for more information.
 
The chemical operator carries out the activities involved in the manufacturing of products. These activities cover the receiving and storage of raw materials to the making, packaging, and storing of intermediates and final products.
 
Schedule:
Rotating shift work, 7-7
Dupont schedule
4 nights, 3 days off
3 days, 1 day off
3 nights, 3 days off
4 days, 7 days off
 
Responsibilities:
  • Calculating ratios, percentages and other math functions.
  • Completing paperwork on transfers, packaging, tank wagons, etc.
  • Written communication in the shift log.
  • Automatic and manual charging, controlling, sampling reactions and process vessels using DCS per written instructions.
  • Use DCS Control System Batch Interface to load recipes and control and troubleshoot batches.
  • Making blends and sampling.
  • Recording process data on batch logs, batch records and inventory control records.
  • Making process changes per procedural instructions.
  • Transferring products/raw materials to and from rail cars, tanks, reactors, drums, totes, etc. to storage tanks, unloading finished products to tote bins or drums, as directed.
  • Handling hazardous materials safely.
  • Packaging materials.
  • General plant maintenance.
  • Maintain housekeeping and safe work conditions.
 
Qualifications:
  • High-school education or equivalent; vocational training or job-related coursework preferred.
  • A minimum of one year of relevant work experience in a chemical plant.
  • Ability to understand and operate a distributed process control system, personal computer and associated software systems.
  • Ability to demonstrate basic math skills.
  • Ability to manage time and determine priorities to meet daily plant requirements.
  • Ability to understand and carry out routine verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
  • Must be available to work rotating shifts and weekends as scheduled.
  • Must be able to operate a forklift truck and be capable of passing certification testing. 
 
Sirius Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.
 

Meet Your Recruiter

Bailee Stevens
Recruiting Manager

Bailee Stevens is a recruiter bringing a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for building relationships and helping talent find career opportunities. With 14 years’ experience in the industry, she has learned the importance of finding the perfect fit for both candidates and clients. Bailee takes pride in effectively communicating and making a meaningful impact on people’s careers and lives. She has expertise in working in many different industries from Manufacturing, Industrial, Energy, Aviation, Oil and Gas, Automotive, Government, Marine/Shipbuilding, and more. Bailee has been successful in recruiting talent for many different types of positions such as Professional, IT, Logistics, Procurement, Finance/Accounting, Administrative, Light Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare roles, and more.

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