Chemical Operator - Elma

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescriptionAscensus Specialties is seeking motivated individuals to join our growing team in Elma, WA! We offer a unique opportunity to start your career as a Utility Helper and progress to a Chemical Operator role.

During your journey from Utility Helper to Chemical Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Processing sodium ISO containers
• Handling supplies and shipments
• Conducting maintenance
• Overseeing production using a Distributed Control System (DCS)

This position offers a rotating 12-hour shift schedule (four days on, four days off) and provides exposure to various chemicals.

Ideal candidates will be:

• Safety-conscious
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a dynamic company, we encourage you to apply today!
Key Responsibilities

• ISO Container Management: Heating, emptying, and switching ISO containers.
• Material Handling & Maintenance: Unloading raw materials, filter changes, sampling, cleaning equipment, loading/unloading products, equipment setup, preventive maintenance, product packaging, and warehouse support.
• Documentation: Recording inventory, environmental, and process readings.
• Process Monitoring & Control: Taking readings, learning and operating the DCS, monitoring the process, communicating issues, and making adjustments.
• Flexibility: Willingness to perform other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.

Minimum RequirementsEducation:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Competencies:

• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills.
• Communication & Collaboration: Effective communication and the ability to work well within a team.
• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues.
• Adaptability: Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Independence: Capable of performing work functions with minimal supervision.
• Precision: Keen attention to detail.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership potential, including decision-making and integrity.

BenefitsCompensation and Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rates:
  • Starting at $28.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Typical progression to Operator A within three years, with a starting rate of $37.60 per hour.
• Plant Incentive Bonus (PIB):
  • Eligible for a PIB of 6% of annual wages, based on individual and plant performance in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Quality, and Production, as well as overall company performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance — effective your first day.
  • Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance provided at no cost to you.
  • Opportunity to enroll in voluntary life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft, and whole life with long-term care insurance.
• Financial Security:
  • 401(k) with a generous company match and immediate vesting — eligible on the first of the month following your hire date.
    • First 3% of your contributions matched dollar-for-dollar.
    • Second 3% matched at 70 cents on the dollar.
• Time Off:
  • 120 vacation hours provided at the time of hire (prorated for hire date), with progressive increases implemented at tenure milestones.
  • 12 paid company holidays (includes 3 floating holidays to be used as desired).