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Chem Ops Operator

Position:Chem Ops Operator

Org Unit: Resin/Phosgene

Location: Burkville, AL

Hiring Manager: Allison Garrett

Chemistry that Matters™

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. Our success is built upon the collective excellence of our 32,000 employees in 50+ countries. Our values – Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver – are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here.

Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world – through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!

For an overview of our benefits here at SABIC, please visit: www.yoursabicbenefits.com

Job Summary:

A Chemical Operator is a multifunctional position which encompasses aspects of safety, quality, and productivity. Operators closely monitor the status of production processes, collect and test lab samples, monitor machine parameters, record pressures and measurements, interpret charts, and record data. Job assignments may include chemical operation and plastic compounding/extrusion. Operators follow standard operating procedures and work instructions to make necessary adjustments in the production process such as adjusting control instruments and adding materials. Operators maintain accurate written records or logs of all production processes, equipment, maintenance, and routine housekeeping while monitoring machinery/equipment to assure proper operation. Operators assist in maintaining process and non-process areas ensuring compliance with current regulatory agencies. Operators tend to pumps, open/close valves, monitor gauges, and monitor pressure. Operators report all equipment malfunctions to the maintenance department for prompt repair, make minor mechanical adjustments as needed, and lockout equipment. Operators monitor processes from a control room setting and make adjustments to equipment in the field of operations. Basic operator functions include operating, cleaning, monitoring, loading/unloading products, and maintaining equipment in an indoor/outdoor production manufacturing setting.

How You Can Be the Impact

Operators maintain accurate written records or logs of all production processes, equipment, maintenance, and routine housekeeping while monitoring machinery/equipment to assure proper operation.
Operators assist in maintaining process and non-process areas ensuring compliance with current regulatory agencies. Operators tend to pumps, open/close valves, monitor gauges, and monitor pressure.
Operators report all equipment malfunctions to the maintenance department for prompt repair, make minor mechanical adjustments as needed, and lockout equipment.
Operators monitor processes from a control room setting and make adjustments to equipment in the field of operations.
Basic operator functions include operating, cleaning, monitoring, loading/unloading products, and maintaining equipment in an indoor/outdoor production manufacturing setting.

What Matters to SABIC

Must submit an application for employment online at the www.sabic.com website.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be 18 years of age or older and have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA.
Demonstrate 2 years of consistent and relevant work history in 1 or more of the following areas(*):
- Manufacturing/Production
- Industrial Work Environment
- Farming
- Oil Field/Rig
- Warehousing
- Military
- U.S. Postal Service
- Industrial Contracting
- Police Officer
- Firefighter
- Medical/Hospital
- Truck Driver
- Education
- Laboratory
(*) Plastics Technology or Applied/Process/Industrial Technology Degree or technical degree preferred and substituted for 2 years relevant work experience.
Excellent written and oral communication; basic computer skills.
Ability to acquire demonstrated level of proficiency in WorkKeys® Assessment (pre-employment testing.
Successfully pass drug screening, pre-employment medical screening, and background check.
Comply with all safety policies/practices including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hardhat, safety glasses, safety goggles, steel shoe shoes, hearing protection, face shield, respirator, chemical suit, gloves, harnesses, fire rated suit, etc.
Active member of Tactical Response Team (TRT) for a minimum of 5 years (training provided): live fire training, rope repelling from buildings, emergency medical responders training, hazmat training, confined space rescue training, CPR training, medical/first aid training, etc. TRT membership and training are a condition of employment.
Work 12-hour rotating shifts (36/48 hour weeks, days, nights, weekends, and holidays) on a team of operators.
Work overtime as required including call-ins, weekends, and holidays.
Perform sustained physical activities including but not limited to walking, climbing ladders, stairs, standing, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, and ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Work indoors/outdoors in hot, cool, moist, and humid conditions, etc.
Work in confined spaces with limited lighting while wearing respirator/SCBA; work at elevated heights.
Participate in on-the-job training which includes certification tests and skills demonstrations.
Respirator fit and medical approval required prior to placement.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Eligibility Requirements

You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.
You must be 18 years or older
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Monday – Friday)] during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer .We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.