About The Role

Job Responsibilities

The Chemical Operator is responsible for maintaining safety, plant production, operating efficiency and regulatory compliance

Follows and encourages others to follow all organizational safety rules and practices.
Fosters & maintains a positive work environment.
Performs basic tasks interacting with pumps, pipes, valves, and HMIs to prepare and charge material into the manufacturing batch process.
Operates a forklift to load/unload trailers and transport materials.
Performs basic lab testing.
Count s and report inventory daily and assist monthly inventory counts.
Folows and perform lock out tag out (LOTO) for maintenance work on equipment.
Maintain work area in a clean, organized, and safe environment.
Maintain accurate records including batch sheets, lab data entries, and shift turnover documents.
Recommends methods to improve production methods and equipment.
A ssists others in troubleshooting problems.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements

Basic computer literacy.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Previous chemical plant experience preferred.
Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders on a repetitive basis.
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations necessary for position’s essential duties.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently
Reliable transportation for attendance required .
Dependability and Punctuality are key ingredients to be successful in this position.

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.