Operator

Do you have manufacturing experience? Are you looking for a new opportunity due to the economic downturn or a plant closing?

Barring such experience, are you technically inclined and willing to learn a new skillset?

Dover Chemical may have an operations position for you!

NOW OFFERING $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!!! APPLY TODAY!

WHY WORK FOR DOVER????

• 100% Company Paid Medical, Prescription and Dental Policy Premiums
• YES!!! $0 Monthly Premium Deductions
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Family/Team Work Environment
• Career Stability and Skill Growth
• Advancement Opportunities- We Like To Hire Within Here!
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Tickets To Work Benefits
• Employee Referral Program
• And Many More Perks !!!

Dover Chemical Corporation, a privately held, industry leading specialty chemical manufacturer for over 70 years, is seeking to fill several positions in their operations group. These positions are open due to a number of recent internal promotions. Dover Chemical prides itself on being a safe place to work, a good neighbor to the local community, and a good steward to the environment.

What is Dover Chemical looking for in potential employees?

• We work hard together at Dover Chemical to constantly improve every aspect of our operations, which typically starts with good ideas from the production floor. The ability to learn basic chemistry along with the ability to use logic and reason in troubleshooting and problem solving is a must.
• There are many challenges to maintain a high performing team and company, so the ability to be flexible in the approach to how we do our work and having a can do attitude in the face of adversity is crucial.
• We operate most of our manufacturing units 24/7, so the ability to work flexible schedules and show up for work every day is essential.

What value does Dover Chemical provide to employees?

• Long term stability: Dover Chemical has manufactured fine chemicals at the Dover, OH facility for over 70 years and has provided a comfortable living for many long tenured employees for their entire careers. Dover Chemical is a profitable company, with diverse chemistries not tied to any one market segment, and has stood the test of time through the decades.
• Opportunities for advancement within the Operations group to Operator or even Maintenance roles via our Mechanical Apprenticeship Program.
• Competitive wages with industry leading benefits that include ZERO insurance premiums paid by our hourly employees.

ROLE OBJECTIVE:

Operators and Utility Operators work under the direction of area management to follow standard operating procedures to perform various tasks involved in the manufacturing process. Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the area equipment (reactors, pumps, heat exchangers, absorbers, etc.). The goal is to produce quality products to specification required for each customer shipment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Unload materials from various containers (railcars, tanker trailers, totes, drums, bags) and/or load finished goods into various containers
• Charge the various raw materials required for each product and operate the area equipment to produce in spec material for each of the products they produce.
• Control the manufacturing process by staying within the operating limits of various pieces of equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and process upsets; and adjust an abnormal situations to a properly controlled operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process problems along with monitoring gauges, recording instruments, flowmeters, and other indicators to ensure that specified conditions are maintained and operational systems are working properly.
• Patrol and inspect work areas or units to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions, monitor operating conditions, and shut equipment down if necessary.
• Perform safety inspections in your area that may include eye wash stations, safety showers, hazardous waste satellite areas, ladder storage areas, labeling, and all other safety requirements as deemed necessary by management.
• Field work: opening valves and starting pumps, connecting or disconnecting railcar and tanker trailers, taking samples and transfers to QC for testing, operating a forklift, performing housekeeping tasks such as emptying dumpsters, cleaning up spills, etc.
• Record Keeping: recording operational data in log books, inputting data into Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP system as needed.
• Communication: Providing information to management and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person; notifying maintenance of all equipment malfunctions.
• Train new operators once they have certified on the process.
• Keep the control room and/or office clean and neat.
• Follow and abides by all safety, operations, and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as may be assigned by management or leader.
• All of the above duties are to be performed in the safest most efficient manner possible to achieve the optimum production of a quality product.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a high school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Must be able to work any shift, including weekends, overtime, holidays, with workdays from 8-12 hours.
• Must be able to pass an online assessment that measures a candidate's ability to learn a specific job, solve problems, understand instructions and apply knowledge to new situations.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require moving your whole body with considerable use of arms and legs, such as reaching, bending, twisting, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials with potential for dust explosion.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push, or pull 50 lb. and through mechanical means roll or handle 500 lb. drums.
• Must be able to work some heights and climb stairs and railcar ladders as needed.
• Must be able to wear a full face respirator, supplied air, or an SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus)

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• $24.84/hour to start, $1 dollar raise after one year of service, with annual incremental raises per labor agreement.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus!!
• Medical, prescription, dental
• ZERO, yes $0, insurance premium deduction
• $1000 company paid contribution annually to your personal Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company paid life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) Employee Savings Plan through Fidelity –which you can participate in when eligible.
  • You can enroll and start contributing to the 401(k) plan in the first month after you are hired.
  • You will be eligible for the Company matching funds (100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2% you contribute) on the first day of the quarter after you have completed three (3) months of service.
• Paid vacation
• Tuition assistance

Applications can be completed on line at www.doverchem.com/careers

Principals only; no recruiter or candidate phone calls, voice mail messages, or emails to employer.

Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.