Chemical Technician I
Pasadena, TX 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description
Description
  • Carry out prescribed checks of all operating equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Perform lab analysis as needed to verify that product specifications are maintained.
  • Maintain proper records and logs of activities and operating conditions.
  • Maintenance and upkeep of the process equipment and operating areas.
  • Reporting of mechanical problems to Shift Supervisor.
  • Dismantling, cleaning, and reassembling of process equipment at prescribed intervals to ensure quality production
  • Maintain proper housekeeping duties in the assigned operating areas.
  • Work rotating shifts.
  • Work specified overtime as needed to provide adequate staffing.
  • Cross-train in all operating areas to achieve proficiency in any area assigned.
  • Follow all established safety procedures for safe operation of equipment and handling of chemicals.
  • Assist with any plant-wide operational duties as specified by the Shift Lead/ Supervisor.
  • Coordinate and work with maintenance department personnel to ensure timely repairs and revisions to process equipment when needed. This includes issuing of work permits, isolation of equipment-LOTO, returning equipment to service, and securing all required authorizations and clearances to carry out these activities.
  • Coordination with the Quality Control Lab to ensure needed samples are supplied and that proper reaction to results are taken.
  • Work with the packaging area during operation to ensure final product is acceptable for shipment to customers.
  • Qualified operators will be expected to train other operators on unit operations.
  • Must be able to troubleshoot and problem solve issues that may develop, in a timely manner
  • Must demonstrate the following emotional intelligence skills:
    • Emotional Empathy
    • Positive Attitude
    • Excellent Communication Skills
    • Flexibility / Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Skills
Qualifications

Education
Associates (preferred)
High School (required)

Licenses & Certifications
Process Technology (preferred)

Skills
  • MS PowerPoint (required)
  • MS Outlook (required)
  • MS Word (required)
  • MS Excel (required)


  • Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in the workforce. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, age, or any other factor protected by law.

     

    Job Summary
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Part Time
    Required Experience
    Open
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