Dewey Plant - Chemical Operator

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This position is located at the Milliken Dewey Plant located in Inman, SC and reports to a production manager.   A Chemical Operator is a key role in the chemical manufacturing processes.  Qualified Chemical Operators will be able to work safely as a team in a Chemical Manufacturing Environment.  Entry level associates will be expected to rotate on a 4-on-4-off, 12 hour shift, first-third rotation and will be expected to learn basic chemical and material handling skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operation of a forklift
• Complete Hot List pour ups
• Basic chemical blends
• Drum batching from reactors
• Safety participation
• Lifting various raw materials
• Manhandling drums less than 100 pounds

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be able to climb multiple steps, lift 50 pounds on a regular basis, pass medical clearance and wear a full-face respirator
• Computer experience, windows-based software

Qualifications Preferred:

• High level of computer skills
• Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment
• Forklift experience
• SAP experience

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Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.