Chemical Plant Operator

Location: Philadelphia, PA, 19134

Job Type: Full-time

Purolite, an Ecolab Company is seeking a**First Equipment Operator-Regen**who coordinates activities in the regeneration area relating to operations which include Regeneration, Microlite, Waste Tanks, Polishers, Grinding, TOC Systems and Processes including Screening and Drying.

* The First Equipment Operator-Regen will always be safety conscious for self and others with ability to initiate tasks and work in an independent manner. *

Position Details:

Philadelphia Plant location:**3620 G Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134

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**Work week and shift: Rotating twelve-hour shifts days, nights, and weekends.**

Competitive compensation package offered: hourly pay with full benefits.

Comprehensive benefits package startingDAY ONEof employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

What’s in it For You:

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best.

What You Will Do:

• Effectively operates polishers.

• Maintains effective operation of the Low TOC area.

• Operates three units (LC, M-Regen and CY-4) in series and separately, as well as the extraction unit and scavenger.

• Operates the Separator, Separation of Mixbed Resins.

• Performs small unit (Cation and Anion) and V-Mixer operations.

• Charges all units.

• Neutralizes waste tanks in Regen.

• Performs effective operation of Grinder, Microlite tanks and centrifuge.

• Instructs Second Equipment Operator of his duties and ensures they are completed.

• Writes paperwork as necessary and ensures the accuracy of paperwork before submission to supervisor.

• Operates a sewing machine and heat sealer.

• Operates the ferrix system, keks and drying.

• Reports unusual occurrences relating to processes and equipment to Regen supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.

• Previous mechanical skills are required.

• Ability to communicate with visitors, professional and plant personnel.

• Computer knowledge with basic mathematic and writing skills.

• A licensed forklift operator is preferred.

• Prior experience working in the chemical industry

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills

Salary info:

$28 - $28 / hr