Chemical Operator

Chemical Operator

Job Description

Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc. (CCS), a leading independent chemical distributor in the Southeast region, is focused on customer service, sustainability, and providing innovative solutions to our business partners.

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POSITION POSTING SUMMARY

As Chemical Operator, you are responsible for any assigned portion of our Chemical Operations' process. You will operate forklifts, pumps, and other pieces of equipment to load chemicals into tank trucks, railcars, and/or packaging them into containers. It is critical that you work diligently both as an individual contributor and as part of a team. Chemical Operators must always be aware of his/her surroundings and the importance of performing work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

JOB EXPECTATIONS/DUTIES

• Comply with all Safety regulations, best practices, and Company Policies.
• Load and unload both dry van trailers and liquid tankers.
• Fill drums or totes to meet Colonial Chemicals Solutions and customer specifications as needed. Ensure proper labeling of material as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems and equipment issues as needed.
• Inspect equipment to verify it is safe and operational for use.
• Operate a forklift with certification.
• Participate in training and safety meetings.
• Ship and/or Receive material from bulk tank trucks and/or rail cars.
• Perform quality control functions (lab testing) as needed.
• General housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 24-hour HAZWOPER training is preferred.
• 1-5 years of relevant work experience (e.g., warehousing, production, loading, unit maintenance) in a warehouse, chemical plant, manufacturing environment, or military is preferred.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Must be able to understand and fully comply with all laws and safety best practices governing the trucking, warehousing and chemical industries.
• Experience loading and unloading deliveries/shipments is preferred.
• Experience with handling hazardous materials is preferred.
• Must be proficient in math, English language reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills .
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with coworkers and clients in a professional manner are required.
• Exposure to Quality Control and/or Lab Testing processes is preferred.
• Must be able and willing to wear the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a respirator and chemical suit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Tolerance for exposure to all weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Must be able to identify colors and have a sense of smell.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 55lbs, stand, climb, push, and pull, grasp, stoop, and crouch, sit, reach, walk, determine color, smell, and listen/hear. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this j ob.

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Eligibility Requirements:

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Colonial Group, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations.