Charlotte, USA

JOB PURPOSE
The Multi-Purpose Reaction Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of reactors and other vessels.

POSITION IN THE ORGANIZATION
The Multi-Purpose Reaction Operator reports to the Plant Production Supervisor 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Main tasks and responsibilities

• Start and complete batches according to published schedule and documented procedures.
• Applies basic knowledge of the chemistry of the batches being manufactured to ensure quality product is produced.
• Ensures compliance and works in accordance with site safety practices and PSM and EPA standards.
• Analyze and interprets test results and takes action as necessary.
• Monitor process conditions with DCS and adjust/optimize/troubleshoot the process as necessary.
• Operate process with strong understanding of alarms and interlocks and their consequences.
• Prepares and completes all paperwork and data entry associated with production batches. 
• Monitors equipment under their charge.
• Coordinate Maintenance efforts if necessary.
• Report spills or dangerous situations to supervisor.
• Keeps work area clean and tidy.
• May perform other duties are required. 
• Work in accordance with company rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to but not limited to 50 pounds.

REPLACEMENT
Is on moments of absence replaced by:
Another MPR Operator or Production Supervisor

AUTHORITIES
To correct vessel levels

COMMUNICATION

• With his or her manager about own tasks, responsibilities and performance;
• With QC team members 
• With QEHS Manager regarding compliance

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education and experience

• HS Diploma
• Specialty Chemical background;
• Well-developed oral and written knowledge of English language; 
• 5 years of experience in a similar position, ideally with specific experience dealing with chemical products;
• Knowledge of a DCS system
• Basic math skills, use of decimals to compute ratios and percentage
• Draw and interpret graphs

Software knowledge requirements:

• MS Office
• DCS and Delta V systems 

Competencies

• Inventive
• Curiosity about the causation of events.
• Wide-ranging interests.
• Derives from an introspective concern with solving problems.
• Aggressive, analytical, and logical thinking style.
• Concern with overall impact on the end result.
• Persuasive
• Using strong interpersonal and communication skills along with self-confidence to influence others toward some belief or course of action.
• Cooperative
• Natural willingness to work together with others for a common goal.
• Need for harmony within the group is paramount.
• Strong attention to satisfying each individual’s needs in a favorable manner.
• Independent
• Freedom to act without the influence, guidance and control of others.
• Need for self-reliance, responsibility, and accountability.
• Patient
• Self-control.
• A natural tendency to withstand delays and waiting.
• Emphasizes the need to be nonthreatening, cooperative, and to internalize unfavorable situations.
• Responsive
• Ability to self-assuredly react influentially and decisively.
• Tolerant
• Willingness to recognize and respect the attitudes, opinions, and behavior of others.
• Comprised of nonthreatening, amiable peaceful demeanor combined with a spirit of cooperation.

THE OFFER
IGM Resins offers a very diverse and challenging role, in a highly dynamic and global organization. In addition to that we offer you an attractive salary and other employee benefits, as well as good career opportunities.

To submit your resume or for more information about this vacancy, please contact our Human Resource department.