Opti-Tech, Augusta

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

The Compounding Floor Operator will posses the necessary skills to work in the production area which consist of four operating shifts.  This position will be responsible for the safe operation of the work processes to achieve unit safety, quality and production goals.  The Compounding Floor Operator will also be responsible for compliance of all Supervisors Notes, MI’s, SOP’s and written instructions, insuring all paperwork is completed correctly and all Safety Standards are followed.  This is a shift position that will require working a rotating shift.

We can count on you to:

• Solve production problems (quality & efficiency) and demonstrate empowerment to stop production when safety or quality problems exist.

• Maintain a clean, safe and neat work unit.
  
  

• Ensure that all unit KPI’s are met.
  
  

• Drive improvements in operations safety performance by sharing best practices with other shifts and the embedded trainer
  
  

• Follow through on assigned safety action items and participate in follow-up investigations for incidents and near misses including Apollo RCA’s
  
  

• Understand, troubleshoot, operate, and monitor area equipment/processes as required.
  
  

• Must have sound knowledge of and properly complete all required paperwork, including checklists and electronic reports.
  
  

• Follow ALL area procedures and policies without exception.  This would include MI’s, cleanout check sheets, yield tracking, Quality System Procedures, Test Methods, turnaround tracking and any other applicable initiatives.
  
  

• Take readings on equipment as required, monitor the process and equipment for proper operations, take samples as needed and react to upset or emergency conditions.
  
  

• Perform all manual loading and unloading of materials or equipment as required.
  
  

• Participate in JSA’s, What-if Scenarios and safety audits.
  
  

• Demonstrate working knowledge of the Quality System Procedures and requirements as well as quality standards.
  
  

• Complete all required safety and process training on or before specified due date.
  
  

• Must be certifiable on fork truck operation and other industrial lifting equipment.
  
  

• Perform startup QC and line checks as required by area procedures.
  
  

• Demonstrate competency to perform analytical methods as defined in area procedures.
  
  

• Demonstrate basic SPC skills
  
  

• Work with the Shift Supervisor to prepare and generate permits for ongoing work in your area
  
  

• Perform minor maintenance as required on process equipment.

HSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform required safety audits per the Augusta Plant yearly audit plan.
  
  

• Attend plant-wide safety/wellness sessions.
  
  

• Review/perform required safety audits, JSA’s and What-if scenarios.
  
  

• Complete all required CBTs on time.
  
  

• Participate in PSM, PHA, and PSSR field reviews, as well as Follow-Up Incident investigations as needed.
  
  

• Maintain a working knowledge of all plant environmental standards, ES-01 through ES-10.
  
  

• Know the environmental permit limits for your assigned plant (air, waste water, storm water).
  
  

• Maintain a working knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Rules (RCRA) to include storage, handling, sampling, transporting, manifesting, record keeping, and emergency response.
  
  

• Maintain a working knowledge of the facility environmental plans (SPCC, Storm Water Pollution Prevention).
  
  

You can count on us for:

We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company

A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company

Opportunities for growth and learning

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• High school diploma or general high school equivalent (GED).   Successfully achieve the minimum skill levels for the Compounding Floor Operator job profile through the WORK KEYS skills assessment.

• Minimum of two years experience in a manufacturing environment- preferably in the plastic extrusion and/or chemical processing industry.  

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• The U.S. hourly rate reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $31.90 per hour. 

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
  
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