Senior Reactor Operator

Senior Reactor OperatorChemical manufacturing experience and a stable work history.Military experience preferredRun lines/ automation - will be operating machines vs. hand fillingForklift experienceGMP experience (preferred)In this role the contractor will be participating in chemical reactors, adding chemicals to reactors. This is NOT a mixing chemicals position.Specific Job DescriptionKey AccountabilitiesSupports operational functions, provides technical guidance, assists with the implementation of improvements, and works on departmental projects in order to ensure department and corporate objectives are satisfied.Candidate's ProfileEducation• AA in life science area with applicable experience working in a similar environment• OR high school diploma with some chemical coursework and/or experience working in a similar environmentWork Experience• 2-3 years of working in a similar environment preferred.Job specific Competencies & SkillsKnowledge and Skills:• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, Reactor systems, Industrial centrifuges and dryers,Ion exchange columns, and DCS systems. SAP, Word, Excel, Access, experience a plus.• Knowledge of product flow throughout the manufacturing process.• Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of staff both orally andwritten.• Ability to work in a group setting.• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.• Ability to work quickly and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.• Demonstrated problem-solving and team building skills with the ability to work with a diverse groupof people.Essential Job Functions:Ability to cover floor operations when supervisor is out or away from the office. Communicate thestatus of operations to shift supervision• Engages in problem solving and performance management within the business area the team leaderis responsible for• Assists Supervisor to maintain workflow in department• Provides training as needed for new personnel or as needed• Maintains high-quality work environment by sharing knowledge and experiences so team membersare motivated to perform at their highest level• Keeps supervisor informed of potential and/or existing concerns• Leads by example in performing core manufacturing job elements by meeting or exceedingperformance expectations, following health and safety guidelines, job accuracy, and followingcompany and regulatory requirements.• Participates in and supports the development and implementation of process improvement projectsincluding test cycles to challenge current practices, improve system efficiency, enhance customerservice, and maintain compliance• Troubleshoot problems within the department - including root cause analysis and development ofsolutions to avoid future occurrences• Demonstrates working knowledge of department operating systems.• Maintains orders, work areas and stock locations in a safe, clean, and organized manner.• Reports unsafe or potentially unsafe hazards to any member of management• Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned• Exemplary attendance and adherence to scheduleAdditional Local Needs:• Production Shift work could include: 12 hour shifts, night schedules with competitive shiftdifferential, and/or rotating shifts working during various days of the week• Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds while wearing personal protective equipment,including respirators, for an extended time. Ability to move 300+ pound drums of material, assistsavailable as needed• Customer interaction potential elevates the responsibilities of this positionEnvironmental Conditions:General Office Environment: Noise level in office environment is generally quiet.Manufacturing Environment: Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. Is regularly required to wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes, respirator) and other personal protection equipment "PPE" to protect themselves from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles. The work area may occasionally be wet, humid, abnormally hot or cold.

Created: 2025-02-22