Chemical Operator - Colonial Group : Job Details

Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc. (CCS), a leading independent chemical distributor throughout the United States, focuses on customer service, sustainability, and innovative solutions for our business partners.Chemical Operators are responsible for the operations of various pieces of equipment, including but not limited to forklifts, pumps, and equipment to load chemicals into and out of tanker trucks, railcars, ISO containers, and packaging such as drums and totes. Employees will work diligently both as individual contributors and as part of a team. Chemical Operators must be aware of their surroundings and the importance of performing work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.Job Expectations/Duties:

• Comply with all Safety regulations, best practices, and company policies.
• Load and unload both dry van trailers and liquid tankers.
• Fill drums or totes to meet Colonial Chemicals Solutions and customer specifications.
• Ensure proper labeling of material as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems and equipment issues.
• Inspect equipment to verify it is safe and operational for use.
• Operate a forklift with certification.
• Participate in training and safety meetings.
• Ship and/or Receive material from bulk tank trucks and/or rail cars.
• Perform quality control functions (lab testing) as needed.
• General housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 24-hour HAZWOPER training is preferred.
• 1-5 years of relevant work experience (e.g., warehousing, production, loading, unit maintenance) in a warehouse, chemical plant, manufacturing environment, or military is preferred.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Must be able to understand and fully comply with all laws and safety best practices governing the trucking, warehousing, and chemical industries.
• Experience loading and unloading deliveries/shipments is preferred.
• Experience with handling hazardous materials is preferred.
• Must be proficient in math, English language reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with coworkers and clients professionally are required.
• Exposure to Quality Control and/or Lab Testing processes is preferred.
• Must be able and willing to wear the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a respirator and chemical suit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Tolerance for exposure to all weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Must be able to identify colors and have a sense of smell.

Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 55lbs, stand, climb, push, pull, grasp, stoop, crouch, sit, reach, walk, determine color, smell, and listen/hear. The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.Eligibility RequirementsHiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.Colonial Group, Inc. is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Colonial Group, Inc. prohibits discrimination of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.