Chemical Operator (Ekonol- Wheatfield, NY) - Saint-Gobain
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
About the Job
Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the local pay range for this position, which is- $24.78 per hour plus shift differential .-
The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week * 52wks)) for this position, - is $41,000 . Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:
+ Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)
+ Shift Premium (ranges between 75 - 95 cents per hour)
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
+ Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
+ LiveWell Wellness Program
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Paid Time Off
+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
+ 401(k), Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
+ Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
+ Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
+ Commuter Benefits
+ Group Legal
+ Identity Theft Protection
+ Auto and Home Insurance
+ Pet Insurance and Discounts
+ Back-up Child and Elder Care
+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
+ Volunteer Day
+ Reimbursed for steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annually
HOURS OF WORK:
This position requires flexibility. This position will generally work an 8-hour rotating shift on Monday to Friday and overtime 12-hour shifts on weekends . Though this is the current schedule, shifts are subject to change based upon business conditions.- Candidates must be able to work on any shift as assigned.
The right candidate for this position is interested and happy to work overtime.-
+ High school or equivalent.-
+ Working knowledge and experience with computers is essential.
+ Preferred: 2 year associate degree, prior experience with Hazardous materials
+ This position requires some mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently.- The incumbent must work with hazardous materials, and on second story platforms. Must be able to perform physical labors as per standard operating procedures.
+ Safety equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, required at all times.- Respirator, gloves, hearing protection required as per standard operating procedures and/or as directed.
+ Forklift truck certification required.
SUMMARY:
The incumbent in the Chemical Operator position will be a member of USW Local Union 4-2058. In this role, the individual will perform all required operations in order to produce Ekonol Polyester Resin from raw materials at our facility in Wheatfield, NY.
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team.- Operators are responsible for the productive & efficient operations of equipment for the manufacture of product. The priority is to ensure the service and quality of product.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
+ Charges Reactors and makes necessary adjustments to ensure proper and safe operations.
+ Operates weighing, transfer, charging, mixing, and related equipment for the manufacture of product
+ Maintains and controls specified operating conditions during the manufacture of polymer as directed
+ Documents process conditions and batch/lot information
+ Coordinates the operation of various equipment and process to ensure efficiency and safety
+ Adjusts equipment and performs minor operating maintenance
+ Maintains a clean, safe and orderly work area
+ Unload raw materials as received
+ Loads materials for shipping
+ Moves and handles material throughout the work area
+ Performs general labor duties as required and or instructed
+ Operates fork truck in a safe manner
+ Performs duties in accordance with standard operating procedures and as directed by the supervisor
+ Prepares material for final packaging and shipping containers
+ Packages and labels finished product as per standard operating procedure
+ Prepares Hazardous waste materials and containers in accordance to company and OSHA requirements
+ Assists in the handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste material for removal
+ Assists in Inventory counts
+ May assist in training new employees as necessary
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT USED:
Computerized Control Equipment----------- Reactors------- Tanks------------ Pumps
Condensers------------------------------------------------- Hoists------------ Wrenches----- Scales
Cleaning Equipment---------------------------------- Hammer-------- Jet Mill---------- Agitators
Drum Dumper---------------------------------------------- Fork Truck---- Filters------------ Drying Ovens
Centrifuges-------------------------------------------------- Hand Trucks Bander----------------------
And other tools as necessary for safe operation
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FACILITIES USED:
Electricity------------------------------ Compressed Air------------------------------ Nitrogen
Water
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MATERIALS USED:
Phenyl Acetate-------- ----------- Parahydroxy Benzoic Acid------------ Sulfuric Acid
T66 Heat Transfer oil--------- Oxsol-100 (Solvent) ----------------------- Anhydrous HCl
NaOH (Caustic)------------------- Acetone-------------------------------------------- Glycol
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The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week * 52wks)) for this position, - is $41,000 . Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:
+ Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)
+ Shift Premium (ranges between 75 - 95 cents per hour)
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
+ Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
+ LiveWell Wellness Program
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Paid Time Off
+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
+ 401(k), Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
+ Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
+ Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
+ Commuter Benefits
+ Group Legal
+ Identity Theft Protection
+ Auto and Home Insurance
+ Pet Insurance and Discounts
+ Back-up Child and Elder Care
+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
+ Volunteer Day
+ Reimbursed for steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annually
HOURS OF WORK:
This position requires flexibility. This position will generally work an 8-hour rotating shift on Monday to Friday and overtime 12-hour shifts on weekends . Though this is the current schedule, shifts are subject to change based upon business conditions.- Candidates must be able to work on any shift as assigned.
The right candidate for this position is interested and happy to work overtime.-
+ High school or equivalent.-
+ Working knowledge and experience with computers is essential.
+ Preferred: 2 year associate degree, prior experience with Hazardous materials
+ This position requires some mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently.- The incumbent must work with hazardous materials, and on second story platforms. Must be able to perform physical labors as per standard operating procedures.
+ Safety equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, required at all times.- Respirator, gloves, hearing protection required as per standard operating procedures and/or as directed.
+ Forklift truck certification required.
SUMMARY:
The incumbent in the Chemical Operator position will be a member of USW Local Union 4-2058. In this role, the individual will perform all required operations in order to produce Ekonol Polyester Resin from raw materials at our facility in Wheatfield, NY.
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team.- Operators are responsible for the productive & efficient operations of equipment for the manufacture of product. The priority is to ensure the service and quality of product.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
+ Charges Reactors and makes necessary adjustments to ensure proper and safe operations.
+ Operates weighing, transfer, charging, mixing, and related equipment for the manufacture of product
+ Maintains and controls specified operating conditions during the manufacture of polymer as directed
+ Documents process conditions and batch/lot information
+ Coordinates the operation of various equipment and process to ensure efficiency and safety
+ Adjusts equipment and performs minor operating maintenance
+ Maintains a clean, safe and orderly work area
+ Unload raw materials as received
+ Loads materials for shipping
+ Moves and handles material throughout the work area
+ Performs general labor duties as required and or instructed
+ Operates fork truck in a safe manner
+ Performs duties in accordance with standard operating procedures and as directed by the supervisor
+ Prepares material for final packaging and shipping containers
+ Packages and labels finished product as per standard operating procedure
+ Prepares Hazardous waste materials and containers in accordance to company and OSHA requirements
+ Assists in the handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste material for removal
+ Assists in Inventory counts
+ May assist in training new employees as necessary
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT USED:
Computerized Control Equipment----------- Reactors------- Tanks------------ Pumps
Condensers------------------------------------------------- Hoists------------ Wrenches----- Scales
Cleaning Equipment---------------------------------- Hammer-------- Jet Mill---------- Agitators
Drum Dumper---------------------------------------------- Fork Truck---- Filters------------ Drying Ovens
Centrifuges-------------------------------------------------- Hand Trucks Bander----------------------
And other tools as necessary for safe operation
-
FACILITIES USED:
Electricity------------------------------ Compressed Air------------------------------ Nitrogen
Water
-
MATERIALS USED:
Phenyl Acetate-------- ----------- Parahydroxy Benzoic Acid------------ Sulfuric Acid
T66 Heat Transfer oil--------- Oxsol-100 (Solvent) ----------------------- Anhydrous HCl
NaOH (Caustic)------------------- Acetone-------------------------------------------- Glycol
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Source : Saint-Gobain
