Job Requirements:
Must be able to wear a respirator and chemical suits for potentially long periods of time.
Respirators must have a good seal on the face to be effective so full beards are not allowed
Must be able to lift 50 lbs/23 kg
Must be able to be on your feet for at least 10 hours per day
Experience:
Must have manufacturing experience
Priority will be given to candidates with chemical manufacturing experience
Forklift experience a plus
Other:
Veterans are highly encouraged to apply
Only candidates who reside within the Portland/Vancouver metro area will be considered
Only candidates with a stable work history will be considered
Duties:
-Prepares for chemical processes by studying batch records and setting up process systems and controls
-Produces substances by initiating, monitoring, and controlling processes and completing analyses
-Maintains quality standards by collecting and testing samples, completing in-process tests, and adjusting process controls
-Maintains processing system by investigating warnings and malfunctions, performing or requesting required maintenance, cleaning-up after processing, completing vessel maintenance, and monitoring tank truck loading and unloading
-Improves processing system by identifying problems, evaluating, then recommending new methods
-Documents processing by completing logs and batch records
-Maintains processing environment by following safety, health, and environmental standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; and responding to crises
-Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
-Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
At Lacamas Labs the Chemical Operators are the backbone of our workforce. They produce the products that sustain our company and work in a safe and professional manner that define the industry standard for production of fine chemicals.
Lacamas Laboratories creates custom manufactured pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals for the global market under strict quality guidelines. Â We have over 32,000 gallons of reactor capability. Safety and environmental compliance are paramount in all our operations. Our location in Portland, Oregon is a major hub for rail, air and sea transportation which facilitates reliable shipping to Asia and Europe.