Switchboard Operator jobs in Gastonia, NC

Job Description

SUMMARY- Operates plant process equipment in a safe and efficient manner.RESPONSIBILITIES- Move control settings to make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of chemical reactions, quality, and yields.

• Monitor recording instruments, flow meters, panel lights, and other indicators, and listen for warning signals, in order to verify conformity of process conditions.
• Control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines, using panel boards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment.
• Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, and instrument readings.- Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel.- Start pumps to wash and rinse reactor vessels, to exhaust gases and vapors, to regulate the flow of oil, steam, air, and perfume to towers, and to add products to converter or blending vessels.
• Interpret chemical reactions visible through sight glasses or on television monitors, and review laboratory test reports for process adjustments.
• Patrol work areas to ensure that solutions in tanks and troughs are not in danger.- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.

Performs other duties as required.- Safe operations of powders production equipment while ensuring high levels of product output

• Ensure quality of finished materials by strictly following operational procedures and monitoring operational conditions, making prescribed adjustments as required
• Solely responsible for the final condition of finished product, recording any problems which are encountered and addressing appropriately
• Responsible for in process and finished goods sampling as well as following strict packaging and labeling guidelines for finished product
• Rework scrap or rejected material as directed
• Following housekeeping guidelines and maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to follow the demands of the plant and make necessary adjustments
• Support the department in its pursuit to hit daily, monthly and yearly production goals
• Maintain a clean plant, completing daily wash-downs and housekeeping as required
• Identify and bring safety, quality and productivity improvements to management to drive continuous improvement
• Experience with forklifts
• Understanding of PFDs, P&IDs, and basic chemical manufacturing equipment
• Ability to identify equipment based on P&IDs and locate that piece of equipment in the field
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, SAP, and Albemarle intranet resources
• Ability to troubleshoot, and drive issues to a solution
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours, spanning multiple floors.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Assist with performing LOTO on equipment.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS- Good oral and written communication skills.- Ability to apply knowledge and skills to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.- Ability to use : Forklift, drill and attachment, scale, computer, vacuum, buffer, etc.
• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Work at heights without fear. QUALIFICATIONS

Requires minimum two (2) years applicable experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment. Prefer two-year degree in Process Technology.

Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength : a. Standing 60%

a. Standing 60%

Walking 20%

Sitting 20% b. Lifting 50 lb.

Carrying 50 lb.

Pushing 70ft-lb.

Pulling 70 ft-lb. 2. Climbing F

Balancing F 3. Stooping O

Kneeling O

Crouching O

Crawling O

Reaching C

Handling C

Fingering F EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present

O Occasionally (0-33%)

F Frequently (34-66%)

C Constantly (67-100%) Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS : Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule.

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Last updated : 2024-02-24