Production Operator

Job Description:

Production Operator

Huntsman is seeking a Production Operator supporting the Performance Products - Performance Specialties Division located in Conroe, Texas. This position will report to the EGU Unit Manager.

To provide direct operational support for the new Advanced Technology Purification Unit. This role supports the manufacturing of high-purity and electronics-grade chemicals and requires a higher level of attention to detail and cleanliness in the handling and manufacture of these chemicals. Typical working hours are Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.

• Begin, monitor, and troubleshoot packaging processes by using automatic liquid filler, stretch hooder, conveyor, labeling, and closure of packaged chemicals.
• Begin, monitor, and troubleshoot chemical processing equipment for the production of high-purity chemicals.
• Unload and load chemicals from tank trailers and ISO-containers.
• Pull chemical samples using high-purity sample bottles and submit them to the lab for analysis.
• Clean processing units following wash protocol and validate cleanliness by submitting samples for lab analysis.
• Replenish consumable items in processing and packaging equipment (filters, stretch film, etc.).
• Complete required documentation (batch records, logbooks, etc.) by following good manufacturing practices and ALCOA (Accurate, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Attributable) principles.
• Navigate through SAP to perform various functions including inspection lot creation, production posting, raw material receipt, order picking, and label printing.
• Perform housekeeping, safety inspections, and report results.
• Follow instructions and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist other employees in accomplishing Huntsman company goals.
• Participate in and complete company-required training programs.
• Participate in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company.

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in Process Operations/Technology with 3 years of relevant experience; or
• High school diploma or equivalent with 7 years of prior petrochemical plant experience.

• Must have a level of proficiency with Internet, email, and Microsoft programs.
• Attentive to safety guidelines with the ability to work according to standard operating procedures.
• Maintains a positive attitude and works well with peers and management.
• Accepts constructive feedback, helps identify problems and improvements, and demonstrates a desire to learn.
• Communicates tactfully and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and maintains effective work relations with those encountered during the course of employment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to new instructions and dynamic organizational priorities are critical for job success.

• Experience working with high-purity and electronics-grade chemicals.
• Experience using SAP in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in chemical processing and packaging operations.

• Working hours are Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
• Work environment involves chemical processing and packaging operations in a petrochemical plant setting.
• Requires adherence to Environmental, Health, & Safety procedures and cleanliness standards.

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