Chemical Operator

Lithium Hydroxide Chemical Operator

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At Albemarle, we are global leader in specialty chemicals, powering industries that move the world forward. We are seeking a Lithium Hydroxide Chemical Operator to join our high-performing team in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. This position will sit onsite at the Kings Mountain location.

A Lithium Hydroxide Chemical Operator is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient operation day-to-day operation of the Lithium Hydroxide plant. The Operator will work a Dupont schedule, which consists of a 24-hour rotating schedule. The Operator will be a part of team of 5 people.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and foster a safe work environment in and around the facility as we continue on our Journey to Zero.
• Can understand and implement how to incorporate the life-saving rules into day-to-day operation.
• Contribute to daily tailgate meetings.
• Strong hazard recognition abilities.
• Demonstrate safe work practices including the usage of PPE.
• Able to wear the correct PPE per the provided chemical matrix.
• Able to pass a respiratory fit test.
• Write Safe Work Permits.
• Must be willing to serve and train on the Emergency Response Team.

Quality

• Develop and foster an environment where any team member can stop the process if a quality parameter is at risk.
• Ability to read department SOPs and execute as requested.
• Package finished product to our final specifications without exception.
• Monitor in process analytical and make necessary changes to perform additional work.
• Maintain and promote the expectation of Quality expected in the department.

Department

• Demonstrate Albemarle Core Values.
• Support the department in its pursuit to hit daily, monthly and yearly production goals.
• Maintain a clean plant, completing daily wash-downs and housekeeping as required.
• Identify and bring safety, quality and productivity improvements to management to drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with heavy machinery such as forklifts and tractors.
• Understanding of PFDs, P&IDs, and basic chemical manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to identify equipment based on P&IDs and locate that piece of equipment in the field.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, SAP, and Albemarle intranet resources.
• Contribute to department KPI tracking and action plan.
• Ability to troubleshoot, and drive issues to a solution.
• Physically active. Able to work on your feet for 12 hours, spanning multiple floors. Able to lift 50 lbs at one time.
• Train and pass the TRB (Training Review Board) within 6 months of hire date. This includes a written and a field test along with questions from the Training review board. There will be a 90-day probationary period to evaluate continuation of employment based on demonstrated performance and initiative.
• Make rounds per rounds checklist checking tank levels, pressures, perform flushes etc.
• Monitor the use and inventory raw materials and packaging materials.
• Perform light mechanical work. Changing valves, gaskets, checking fluids in equipment etc.
• Perform LOTO on equipment.
• Operate the plant using the DCS.
• Perform Operational PMs per the maintenance schedule and SOPs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-3 years of chemical experience preferred.
• Willing to work over time to cover vacation and call outs.

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.