Vantage Specialty Chemicals

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production operator, based on process know-how, knowledge, and trouble shooting skills, carries out independently, safely and responsibly all operations required to complete production requirements using all written procedures and verbal instructions. This individual may be involved with the generation, collection, storage, and preparation of shipments of hazardous materials.

• Pick and stage all necessary raw materials prior to beginning batch via forklift or pallet jack.
• Stage, fill, and label drums, totes, or pales for finished products from reactors or storage vessels following Standard Operator Procedures (SOPs).
• Print, complete, and scan necessary packaging and shipping documents as required.
• Unload and sample raw materials from tank trucks or rail cars.
• Load finished materials onto a tank truck.
• Complete all tasks wearing the proper PPE in accordance with site policies.
• Support and comply with all company safety, health, environmental, and quality programs and policies and be directly responsible for managing safety and health performance.
• Perform other duties as required and directed by Production Manager, Production Supervisor or other senior operators.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not necessary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong commitment to safety and environmental practices.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate and build strong cross functional relationships.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Physical requirements include lifting of up to 55lbs., climbing stairs and ladders, standing and walking throughout 12-hour shift.
• Must be clean shaven to adhere to full-face respirator safety standards.
• Must possess basic math skills.

Pay and Benefits

The estimated base pay range for this position is: $20/hr – $31/hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, qualifications, skills and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program.

Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Medical, HSA, dental, vision
• FSA (limited purpose, dependent care, and commuter/parking)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP, identity theft protection
• Paid time off, Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

About Vantage

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.