Job Requistion Id:  32695

Operator 2

Permanent contract

USA - Castanea, PA, US

Aug 5, 2025

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:

To carry out operations workload as required under the supervision of the Production Shift Leader. Primary job functions include the safe and efficient operation of production equipment and plant utilities; loading and unloading of trucks transporting raw materials and finished products; and the movement of chemical containers with a forklift.

 

We count on you for:

  • Continue to perform all duties & responsibilities of lower operator tiers, including.
    • Follow written and verbal instructions to safely operate site equipment as directed by the Shift Leader.
    • Report all accidents, upset conditions, and near misses to the shift leader immediately.
    • Report all spills, unintended discharges to the sump, etc to the shift leader immediately.
    • Maintaining plant housekeeping, before the end of the shift all areas are free of debris and trash, equipment is put away, and all containers are labeled.
    • Ensure all documentation (batch sheets, loading and unloading checklists, receiving paperwork, etc) are filled out completely and correctly.
    • Understanding of all alarms and the correct path forward given each alarm.
    • Provide suggestions for process or equipment improvements. Record operational data, such as temperatures, pressures, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
    •  Always perform your job in a sound HS&E manner to protect yourself and those around you.
    •  Always approach your job with the principle that all incidents are preventable. To that end you need to keep the following aspects in mind:
      • Risk assessment is a mindset, where you are always assessing hazards and thinking about means to avoid those hazards.
      • Take a proactive approach to maintain excellence in all your assignments.
      • Be aware of your state of mind (rushing, frustration, fatigue & complacency) that leads to distractions from the task at hand, those distractions lead to errors resulting in unwanted incidents.
    • Attend and complete all required training.
    • Participation leads to ownership. Get involved as often as you can.
  • Support the operations team by performing the following tasks with supervision:
    • Safely sampling vessels and delivering them to laboratory for testing.
    • Operation of V-210, making and transferring aqueous vessels for use in reactors.
    • Changing filters of finished products while transferring to storage, trucks, or packaging. Making up and transferring dilutions in the V-205.
    • Preparing Ammonium Chloride solutions in the V-212.
    •  Managing Acrylamide supply in the storage tanks.
    • Loading cleanout water from the TK-504 to trucks for shipment off site.
    • Taking wastewater samples using the autosampler and delivering to the lab for testing.
    • Supporting operations by double verification of material transfers.
    • Learning PLC functionality of DCS used to operate plant equipment.
  • Supporting operations by completing any other task assigned by Shift Leader or production leadership safely, while learning advanced operator functions.

 

 

You will bring:

  • HS Diploma or accredited GED program, equivalent, or certificate.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, and/or chemical plant environment is preferred.
  • Able to clearly communicate needs and concerns inside and outside of their shift.
  • Safety minded.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate with varying functional leaders both internally and externally.
  • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Good written and verbal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Must have the ability to learn new programs and software as needed.
  • Must have the ability to work under pressure and change assignments quickly.
  • Must be able to communicate information with others verbally and in written forms.
  • Must have basic mathematical skills.
  • Basic problem-solving skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Quick and well-coordinated in movement of the hands.
  • Must read and understand written procedures (SOP's) and/or verbal instruction.
  • Ability to work independently with occasional assistance.
  • Ability to take ownership for general processes/products.
  • The ability to meet deadlines and targets.
  • Must have basic understanding of Production Schedule. 

 

You will get:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $24.00-$25.00 per hour. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
  • 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
  • Training platform for all employees
  • Free language courses (24 languages available)
  • Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 

Additonal Information:

  • Must be punctual and meet attendance requirements.
  • Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
  • Available to work all shifts. Syensqo operates on a 24/7 basis.

 

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.

 

As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay. 

 

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