Koppers Inc.

Manufacturing

ChemicalOperator

$52–78k ~AI est. Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Chemical Operator at Koppers Inc.. Skills: Plant production, Operating efficiency, Regulatory compliance. Maintain safety. Maintain plant production”

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting problems

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders on a repetitive basis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Basic computer literacy, Mechanical aptitude, Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders, Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, Ability to communicate effectively, Ability to follow instructions, Ability to work independently, Reliable transportation, Dependability, Punctuality

Nice to Have

Previous chemical plant experience

What You'll Do.

Maintain plant production

Maintain operating efficiency

Maintain regulatory compliance

Encourage safety practices

Foster positive work environment

Maintain positive work environment

Prepare material for batch process

Charge material into batch process

Perform basic lab testing

Count inventory daily

Report inventory daily

Assist monthly inventory counts

Perform lock out tag out

Maintain work area clean

Maintain work area organized

Maintain work area safe

Maintain accurate records

Complete shift turnover documents

Recommend production improvements

Recommend equipment improvements

Assist in troubleshooting problems

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Assist others

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

**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. * Counts 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. * Assists 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._

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