SUMMARY: This 2nd shift position is primarily responsible for operating all distillation columns, instruments, standards, and other necessary distillation items and to accurately analyze and report results for Incoming raw material, in process and final product as required by EFC's quality system. The operator must operate distillation and operate analytical equipment as well. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures all distillation systems are operating to SOP and safely, reporting all outcomes and potential issues to the Lab Supervisor and Plant Manager.
• Completes all calibration and analytical activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs analysis for incoming raw material, in process and final product as required by EFC's quality system.
• Prepares and maintains analytical documentation on all conducted analyses as required by EFC's quality system.
• During times of reduced demand, operates other fill systems per SOP
• Proficiently operates 100% of the distillation and analytical equipment.
• Attends training to develop relevant knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:                                                                                                                

• 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.  H.S. Diploma required, Associates degree preferred.
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office; ERP.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs.

 

COMPETENCIES:

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand, walk, utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl, sit, talk or hear.

• Continually work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.