Chemical Operator II
Core
Operate and control chemical processing systems and equipment to produce high-quality products safely and efficiently.
Role type
Chemical Plant Operator II
Builds
High-quality chemical products for clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
Domain
Chemical manufacturing / Industrial processing
Required skills
Industrial mixing, valve and meter operation, forklift operation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, sample testing, production record keeping
Preferred skills
Chemistry knowledge, mechanical aptitude, Quality Control data tracking, batch adjustment, team collaboration
Technologies
Pumps, heating vessels, mixing tanks, automated feed systems, control panels, gauges, scales, palletizers
Responsibilities
Review daily mix schedules and confirm raw material availability; Add raw materials to mixing systems using manual methods, pumps, or automated equipment; Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment such as heating vessels, mixing tanks, and automated feed systems; Regulate the flow of liquids and gases through equipment using valves, meters, and control panels; Set up and adjust indicating and controlling devices to maintain optimal process conditions; Observe gauges, signals, and recording instruments to monitor temperature, pressure, and flow; Draw and test product samples at various stages to ensure batch quality and compliance with specifications; Maintain accurate production records, equipment logs, and shift documentation; Perform thorough cleaning of all mix tanks and associated equipment; Conduct routine preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems; Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues, escalating as needed.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC
