Shift Lead Operator - Evansville, IN

Description

CHEM Group   is a custom chemical processor  with expertise in various distillation   technologies, pastillation, blending, reaction chemistry purification   and heat transfer fluids. 

We are currently looking for a Shift Lead Operator.  This  position is a 12 hr rotating dupont schedule with built in Overtime  every 2 weeks and a starting pay of $28/hr - $32/hr plus a night shift  differential of $1/hr!!!  

This position is responsible for assisting in the management of the day-to-day operations of the assigned shift. The Shift Lead will direct and directly support (as needed) all operational activities based upon the general directives of the Shift supervisor. Shift Leads must have a proven track-record of safely and efficiently operating plant systems. Shift Leads must be able to complete mass balances, inventory reports, and all other plant reporting. Shift Leads may, from time to time, be required to represent the Shift Supervisor at weekly production meetings or fulfill all responsibilities of the Shift Supervisor when necessary. Success in this position will be measured primarily in terms of the incumbent’s ability to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the shift, while providing effective leadership to plant personnel that will lead to the highest levels of performance in a rapidly changing environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibilities are to be the lead operator on the shift. This position has the training and experience to step-up as the shift supervisor should that be required.
• The operator job duties, tech 2, 4, and 6 
• Supervision and leadership of plant personnel to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
• Ensuring plant production is optimal and goals are met or exceeded with respect to productivity, throughput, cycle times, yields, and finished product quality.
• Creating a work environment that drives incident-free operations. Ensuring optimal performance in environmental compliance, health, and safety. 
• Coordinating with Transportation Manager to manage material transfer in and out of the Plant.
• Routine and preventative maintenance of all critical equipment.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping practices in the Plant
• Other job duties/requirements may be assigned or changed to adapt to business needs
• Abide by the principles in the EHS&S mission statement.
• Abide by CHEM Group’s quality policy.

Benefits

• Full benefits packet that include Medical, Dental, and Vision. ONLY $40/month for Employee Only Medical Insurance!!!!
• Company PAID Life insurance with the option to purchase additional life insurance!
• Company PAID Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability!
• FSA Account and HRA Account Available!!!
• 401K with Employer Match with immediate vesting!! Employer match increases after 5 years!!
• 10 Paid Holidays!!
• More than 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year!!
• Paid Parental Leave!!
• Gym Membership discount!!
• And Much More!!

Requirements

Required

• Chemical Operator experience
• Understanding of material flows and production planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication 
• Computer literate (i.e., MS Office, Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to drive daily execution.
• Excellent training and people skills.
• Must comply with drug and alcohol testing policy as set forth in the Chem Group Employee Handbook
• Responsibilities and training outlined in the RCRA Haz waste Job Duties Matrix 
• Pass the fit for duty requirements 
• Ability to climb stairs, use a ladder and lift 60 pounds 

EOE