Field Operator Entry

Carus Group • LaSalle, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, seeking, and adapting? Are you a positive and passionate problem solver that finds purpose in truly making a difference in the world? As a Field Operator, you’ll help manufacture chemicals that clean the earth and protect people.

 THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Permanganate Shift Supervisors, the Field Operator will:

Safely and effectively operates and controls equipment and instrumentation in the assigned manufacturing unit in normal and emergency situations
Maintains and monitors process equipment in accordance with established procedures and processes.
Maintains and improves safety in the unit and is responsible for housekeeping in operating areas.
Receives and processes raw materials using chemical reactions and manufacturing operations to produce finished products at the specified quality level
Supports and adheres to the principles of the American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care® and applicable regulatory requirements by protecting the environment and assuring the health, safety and security of our employees, customers, suppliers, and our community.
Performs additional work as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays with a willingness to work overtime to support a continuous operation 
• Strong commitment to safety
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Chemical manufacturing or laboratory experience or course work in chemistry, chemical engineering or the natural sciences a plus

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operates and controls equipment and instrumentation in the assigned manufacturing unit in normal and emergency situations
• Maintains and monitors process equipment in accordance with established procedures and processes.
• Maintains and improves safety in the unit and is responsible for housekeeping in operating areas.
• Receives and processes raw materials using chemical reactions and manufacturing operations to produce finished products at the specified quality level
• Supports and adheres to the principles of the American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care® and applicable regulatory requirements by protecting the environment and assuring the health, safety and security of our employees, customers, suppliers, and our community.
• Performs additional work as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company-paid basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.
• Employee engagement, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities and STEM education initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED