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What is chemical trading?

Chemical trading involves the buying and selling of chemicals between manufacturers, distributors, and end-users. Chemical traders act as intermediaries, sourcing chemicals from producers and supplying them to various industries such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and manufacturing. They manage logistics, ensure regulatory compliance, and often help clients find hard-to-source or specialized chemicals. The role requires strong knowledge of global markets, product specifications, and safety regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in chemical trading, and how can they be effectively managed?

Professionals in chemical trading often face challenges such as fluctuating market prices, complex international regulations, and the need to ensure the safe transportation of hazardous materials. Navigating these issues requires strong analytical skills, up-to-date knowledge of global regulations, and the ability to build reliable relationships with suppliers and clients. Many traders manage these challenges by investing in ongoing industry education, collaborating closely with compliance and logistics teams, and using digital platforms to monitor market trends in real time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chemical Trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chemical Trader, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of the chemical industry, and a background in business or chemistry, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with trading platforms, market analysis tools, and regulatory compliance systems is important, and certifications in hazardous materials handling can be beneficial. Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities help set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for managing complex transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building trust with clients and suppliers in a competitive global market.

What does a chemical trader do?

A chemical trader buys and sells chemicals and related products in the global market, negotiating deals and managing supply chains. They analyze market trends, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and often use trading platforms and data analysis tools to make informed decisions.
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Sun Chemical Hiring Event - Maintenance Openings

Sun Chemical Hiring Event - Maintenance Openings

Sun Chemical Corporation

Peekskill, NY

$32.29 - $40.58/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Sun Chemical rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 89 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

Pay Ranges: $32.29 - $40.58 

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

INVITE ONLY INTERVIEWS!

 

Sun Chemical is hiring!  We are seeking Maintenance Mechanics to join our team at the Peekskill, NY, location. This event will be invite-only, and the date and time will be distributed by our talent acquisition team after completion of this application. 

Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Peekskill, NY

Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Ranges: $32.29 - $40.58  

 

Overview:

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform duties to install, maintain, and repair equipment at the Peekskill Manufacturing Site. 

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Troubleshoot and repair utilizing advanced skills in pipefitting, structural steel, pneumatic, hydraulic, rigging and other millwright work on rotating and fixed equipment such as process machinery, tanks/pumps/agitators, furnaces, boilers and general building and grounds maintenance. 
  • Perform basic welding and fabrication; assist other mechanics in mechanical assignments as required. 
  • Operate forklift truck and other mobile equipment as required.
  • Work in coordination with multi-craft maintenance activities.
  • Notify status of work and communicate deficiencies in equipment and/or repair information.
  • Understand complicated drawings, design specifications and/or utilizing good maintenance practices and ingenuity to solve problems.
  • Maintain excellent housekeeping practices throughout the workplace.
  • Communicate all problems or difficulties to the supervision, and utilize current technology as required. 
  • Maintain and update necessary maintenance records, use basic computer programs, and learn and maintain computer skills to support programs.

 

Requirements:

  • High School or Trade School Diploma, or GED.
  • Experience working in a chemical, refining, or manufacturing facility
  • Experience in the safe and proper use of maintenance hand tools and power tools, diagnostic instruments.  
  • Skills in pipefitting, structural steel, pneumatic, hydraulic, rigging and other millwright work on rotating and fixed equipment such as process machinery, tanks/pumps/agitators, furnaces, boilers and general building and grounds maintenance. 
  • Possess good computer skills and good communication skills

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.


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