Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Springfield, MA

• Performs all duties in accordance with safety expectations.
• Fills in logs and operating reports
• Determines equipment and process problems utilizing drawings and procedures
• Monitors plant inventoriesResponds to plant alarms and emergencies
• Responsible for making contacts with maintenance, other supporting departments and supervision regarding operating problems or irregularities
• Makes equipment safe for operation, cleanout or repair
• Dismantles, inspects, and cleans process lines and equipment
• Operator performs confined space permits and authorizes Hot Work permits per procedure
• Moves material and supplies using material handling equipment such as hand trucks, fork lifts, and transtackers
• Transfers material to and from railcars, tank trucks, hopper trucks and warehouse
• Assembles containers, packs material and prepares material for movement . Collects and test process samples for testing by others
• And all other tasks assigned

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Strong troubleshooting skills, problem solving skills, and mechanical aptitude
• High degree of initiative and ability to plan, prioritize, and work with minimal supervision
• Effective listening skills, responsive to questions, comments suggestions feedback
• Ability to work effectively in a team based organization

At Eastman, the safety of our employees, visitors, and the communities in which we operate is a core value of our culture. We must remember that we earn the right to operate in our communities, and we always want to send our fellow team members home safely. All team members must commit to:

• Operating with a zero-incident mindset and always take time to do the job safely. Never executing an activity that does not follow procedure or cannot be done safely.
• Stopping any process or work that is deemed unsafe.
• Following all procedures and training that have been established in designated work areas and raising concerns if there is not a way to follow procedures as currently written.
• Following the Eastman Life Critical Processes and Basic Safety Expectations.
• Actively identifying and eliminating hazards in the workplace and watching out for the safety of co-workers.
• Always using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as it applies to the job and specific tasks.
• Reporting all job-related injuries or illnesses and near-miss incidents in a timely manner.