Chemical Production Operator

Job Title: Chemical Production Operator

Locations: Smithstown Industrial Estate, Shannon, Co. Clare

Durnish, Foynes Port, Co. Limerick

Reports to: Production Manager

about csg & chemifloc

Chemifloc is a CSG company.  We are a dynamic and growing chemical solutions provider, supporting the critical sectors of water treatment, environmental safety, and industrial hygiene. Through our leading brands, we deliver not just premium products, but complete solutions built on deep application knowledge, technical support, and outstanding customer service.  With a strong legacy and a forward-looking mindset, we’re now looking to strengthen our team to continue to drive our business forward.  

This is where you come in.

Job Purpose

The Chemical Production Operator is part of a team of operators who are responsible for the handling of the raw materials, manufacture of batches and loading and unloading of bulk liquids. In this role you will be required to move regularly to different areas on site, will work on different processes as well as working both indoors and outdoors in the yard.

Principal Responsibilities

• Follow the procedures for manufacturing, testing, labeling and loading of product as outlined by the quality department documentation
• Adhere to company Health and Safety Policies and comply with all company regulations
• Filling/ loading and unloading of chemicals into tankers/ trucks for transport to customers
• Forklift driving
• Use of pumps, valves, compressors and batch controllers for liquid transfer
• Waste management of both chemicals and general waste
• Stock taking and stock rotation
• There may be a requirement to carry out similar duties in the Foynes depot or on a customer facility
• Any other duties that have been identified for the role
• The company operates a shift system and employees can be asked to work the shift cycle if required. When working a shift there will be a shift allowance. The employee needs to be flexible in their working hours.

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

• Experience of working as a Chemical Operator and handling of Corrosive Chemicals
• Experience of operating a forklift is desirable while experience of using other machinery – eg. Teleporter / MEWP is an advantage
• Past experience of using pumps, valves, compressors and batch controllers for liquid transfer
• Proficient in the use of Safety Data Sheets for chemicals, the use of personal protective equipment and a strong knowledge of the requirements of transporting hazardous loads by road
• Practical experience of working in an environment where manual operations were extensively used
• Good IT skills including experience of working with ERP systems and MS Office applications including Word and Excel
• Candidates must already possess the right to work in the EU

Training & Certifications

• Current Forklift Licence with recent experience of forklift driving is desirable
• Chemical Awareness Training is desirable
• Current Manual Handling training certificate is desirable

Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Can-do attitude with ability to use initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload
• Strong teamworking skills with colleagues across the company

Our Values

• Teamwork – we value collaboration, mutual respect and collective responsibility.
• Customers – we are committed to getting customers what they need when they need it.
• Curiosity – we value curiosity and creativity that drives continuous improvement and
  sustained growth.
• Action – we value the energy and pragmatism that gets things done.
• Wellbeing – we care that everyone is safe and well.
• Environment – we value, care for and respect our environment and our planet.

To apply, send your CV to careers@csg-corporate.com

Your job description may be amended by us and, in addition to duties set out in the job description, you may be required to undertake additional or other reasonable duties as necessary to meet the needs of our business.

Chemifloc is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at careers@csg-corporate.com