• Job Description

  Req#: 57750
  Operator, Chemical
  Permanent
  Pay Range Min. $45.000,00
  Pay Range Max. $46.000,00
  About Heraeus
  Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.
  
  About Heraeus Precious Metals
  With more than 350 years of experience in precious metals processing, Heraeus Precious Metals is the world's leading provider of innovative products and services, such as precious metals trading and recycling. Our products are used in a wide range of industries, for example to reduce climate killers such as nitrous oxide and methane and in the form of pharmaceutical ingredients for the treatment of cancer.
  Our innovative strength is driven by our 3,000 employees in more than 15 countries, who work passionately with our partners to develop pioneering and sustainable solutions.
  We are aware of our responsibility towards people and the environment and have set ourselves ambitious CO₂ targets. Sustainability is at the heart of all our business activities.
  Heraeus, the German based technology group is a leading international family-owned company formed in 1851. We create high-quality solutions for our customers by combining material expertise with technological know-how. Our ideas are focused on themes such as environment, energy, health, mobility, and industrial applications. In 2015 Heraeus generated revenues without precious metals of €1.9 bn and a total revenue of €12.9 bn. in more than 100 subsidiaries in 38 countries we offer our worldwide 12,500 employees the freedom to develop and promote their own ideas. We call it: Open Space. For Open Minds.®
  The primary responsibility of this position is to operate chemical processes and equipment correctly, while meeting production goals and expectations on a consistent basis, while maintaining compliance of Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.
  Your Role and Responsibilities:
  • Must follow SOP’s/POP’s and all other procedures in every detail, including safety policies.

  • Follow instruction and directives as assigned by Crew Leads and Supervisors.

  • Is directly responsible for the precious metal being worked on.

  • Perform material tracking as related to specific processes.

  • Participate in end of shift turnovers with ability to effectively communicate in English.

  • Ability to wear required PPE including respirators.

  • Ability to operate and maintain equipment to company standards and safety standards.

  • Must operate equipment (for example, pumps, GLV’s, filter presses, pan filters, reactors, valves, pH probes, ovens, forklifts, etc) in a reasonable and self-sustaining manner.

  • Perform operator base equipment safety inspection and production area maintenance duties.

  • Must notify Supervisor immediately of any deviations from normal operations.

  • Working knowledge and understanding of one or more of the processes within the department.
  What is required for this role:
  • High School Diploma

  • 1 to 3 years experience in basic chemical operations or related experience required. This is not an entry-level position.
  Curious? Apply now!
  Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.
  We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov
  
  Any further questions?
  If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.
  
  

• About the company

  Heraeus is a German technology group with a focus on precious and special metals, medical technology, quartz glass, sensors and specialty light sources.

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