Chemical Operator South Haven (South Haven, MI, US, 49090)

W. R. Grace

South Haven, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
LOCATION
South Haven, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Band Grade : 
Hourly Wage:$24.35 
Other Compensation:  Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses  
Benefits:U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Grace is seeking a Chemical Operator for our South Haven Site.  The South Haven Site produces a portfolio of products for the specialty pharmaceutical industries, specifically Active Pharmaceutical Intermediates.  Consisting of a cGMP kilo lab, pilot plant and custom manufacturing at the commercial volumes, the site is fully equipped to develop and manufacture custom drug intermediates and API’s. South Haven is nestled on the Lake Michigan Coast with beautiful beaches and fun year-round.

Responsibilities

A Chemical Operator mechanically prepares production materials for packaging and shipment through centrifugation, drying, milling, compaction and classification using prescribed cGMP practices. Tends tumble dryers, mills, classifier, compactors and centrifugal extraction equipment. Completes proper documentation of all steps taken in the process. 

  • Loads and operates milling machine to produce material that meets customer specifications

  • Compact and classify material to insure proper particle size

  • Pack out material in shipping containers and move into shipping warehouse

  • Maintain high level of housekeeping to prevent cross-contamination of material

  • Fill out proper documentation including batch records, AN, log books

  • Loads and operates tumble dryer to remove moisture from product

  • Must be available to work nights, holidays, weekends and overtime

  • Must pass a job specific test

  • Must be clean shaven to wear a respirator at times

  • Must pass a drug screen

  • Must pass background check including criminal  #wrgrace, #indeed, #grace

  • Must be available to work 12-hour shifts (4:45-5:10) and do 3 months on days - 3 months on nights rotation

 

Rotation listed below:

 

Schedule On=working

Sun        Mon      Tues       Wed       Thurs       Fri            Sat

On          Off          Off          On          On          Off          Off

Off          On          On          Off          Off          On          On

On          Off          Off          On          On          Off          Off

Off          On          On          Off          Off           On          On

 

This title reports to the Operations Supervisor.  Starting wage is $24.35 per hour with room for advancement.

 

Physical Requirements and Environment

  • Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
  • Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Experience  in mathematics, chemistry and mechanical appitude.
  • Expereince working on teams that require strong communication and documentation skills.
  • One to 3 years experience in manufacturing or similar setting.

Benefits

US Benefits

 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance and Disability

  • Grace Wellness Program

  • Flexible Workplace

  • Retirement Plans

  • 401(k) Company Match – up to the first 4%

  • Paid Vacation and Holidays

  • Parental Leave 

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

About the Company

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W. R. Grace

What's in a slogan?

A story. A promise. An invitation.

You'll find Grace products in toothpaste, car bumpers, water- and fireproofing materials; in cans and bottles; in roads, bridges, and buildings; and in plastics, petroleum products, and much, much more. Over 1,000 Grace patents are the product of a deeply-rooted culture of invention. Grace people develop, manufacture, and deliver breakthrough and proven products to meet needs in new places and new applications in Catalysts Technologies, Materials Technologies, and Construction Products.

Grace's story is a story of quality and commitment; with longstanding relationships and collaboration—with customers, co-workers, partners, and communities. And it's a story of Values that have turned priorities such as safety and respect into Grace DNA.

Finally, it's a story of growth; of dramatic expansion beyond traditional mature markets into the world's fastest growing economies. The success of Grace products mirrors the world's most promising stories of improving living standards throughout the world.

Our promise to customers, to our communities, and to ourselves is to deliver value; safely, reliably, and creatively. When we do, the lives touched by our products and those of our customers are made better.

So we invite you to look closely at the opportunities now available with Grace. If you're ready to lead, ready to grow, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
FOUNDED
1854
WEBSITE
http://www.grace.com/