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SalaryAs we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD
From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.
Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.
Chemours is seeking a Chemical Operator to join our growing Operations team! This position will report directly to the Operations Shift Team Leader in our Belle, WV location.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures, and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas
- Optimizing plant performance by monitoring process equipment and conditions using information systems including; process levels, temperatures, pressures, and flow rates
- Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, laboratory analysis, etc.
- Ensure operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals
- Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems and maintain equipment reliability
- Perform immediate response activities and manage unplanned events
- Use process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and Operating Discipline
- Use measurements and tools to operate the Plant at optimum conditions
- Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines
- Load and unload bulk shipping containers, including tank cars, tank wagons, drums, and totes, and ship per DOT requirements
- Act as an emergency responder on the Belle Emergency Response Team
The following is required for this role:
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent
- A current and valid, state-issued driver's license
- Have a high regard for personal safety and the safety of others
- Be proficient in computers to perform job tasks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong reading comprehension and listening skills
- Strong multi-tasking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Strong work ethic, discipline, and high attention to detail
The following is preferred for this role:
- 2 or more years of experience working in a chemical manufacturing role OR Military Equivalent Experience
- Possess a degree or certificate from a college or technical school in Process Technology or Chemical Operations
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator (no facial hair), SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb stairs, reach overhead, lift up to 50lbs, and have excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity, with or without accommodation.
- Ability to work in a High Hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
- Ability to work rotating 12 hour rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as business needs require.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
401(k) Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
Company-paid Volunteer Days
We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be
Certified™ by Great Place to Work®
.Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.
Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.
Chemours is an E-Verify employer
Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation
Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position
At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.
