Plant Operations:

• Read logbook and schedule daily.
• Accept direction from Supervisor, as well as Managers.
• Responsible for charging batches correctly and efficiently.
• Responsible for product filtration.
• Operate forklifts, electric lifts, pallet jacks, and air hoists to transport, stage, and charge supersacks of raw materials.

General:

• The Operator must not leave the plant until relieved by the next shift Operator or approval given by the Plant Manager.
• Responsible for housekeeping of work area.
• Must follow appropriate plant safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Managers.
• Correctly and completely fill out batch sheet for each batch.
• Clearly and effectively communicate with Supervisors, Managers, and other Chemicals Plant personnel, both orally and in writing.

Quality:

• Responsible for prevention of product contamination.
• Responsible for correct information on documentation related to the job.

Skill/Education Requirements:

• Comprehend written procedures and instructions.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide as required to perform job.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must complete written operator’s proficiency test for evaluation purposes before transferring to this job (effective 01/93).

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Able to climb ladders and stairs to reach tops of tanks, trucks and rail cars.
• Able to handle 55-gallon drums (550 lbs.) with hand drum moving equipment.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Handle 50 lb. bags of material.
• Able to wear required safety equipment.
• Able to move 2000 lb. “Super Sacks” by rolling on overhead hoist or with palletjack.