Operator – LANXESS
Requisition ID : 7366
Location : West Hill, ON, CA, M1E 2K3
Business Unit : Lubricant Additives Business
Work Arrangement : Onsite
Level of Experience : Entry level
Job Highlights
- Monitor the process in the field and report unusual and unsafe conditions.
- Identify routine maintenance requirements, and carry out minor maintenance as time and skills allow.
- Carry out required valving and piping alignments, equipment changes, preparations for maintenance, transfers of materials, chemical additions, and blends in a safe and timely manner.
- Authority and responsibility to cease equipment operation in the event of conditions that are an imminent hazard to equipment, the environment, or plant personnel.
- Participate in activities and meetings which will enhance plant safety, reliability, cost and environmental performance.
- Demonstrate behavior consistent with site standards and coach others to do the same.
- Routinely conduct Safety Audits of all operational areas and ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely fashion.
- Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed.
- Ensure that all raw materials received are treated, if required, and meet plant specifications. Reject or direct off-specification shipments to a designated non-conforming materials area.
- Participate in the review and disposition of non-conforming raw materials, in-process materials, and final products.
- Ensure the raw materials warehouse is managed according to high safety and housekeeping standards.
Experience And Skills
Grade 12 education diploma is required; technical or vocational education preferred.Experience in Chemical Process Manufacturing preferred.Good mathematical, scientific, mechanical and logical reasoning abilities.Refrigeration B certification is an asset.Hands‑on support as part of a shift team in the Grease and Sulfonate products plant.Collaborative interactions with shift personnel as well as the Maintenance, Laboratory and Distribution teams.Ability to work a 12‑hour continental shift schedule.Commitment to Safety Excellence.Employee Type : Regular
Who We Are
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best‑in‑Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.
The West Hill facility began its operations in 1962. The first operation at the West Hill site consisted of a custom blending facility for a major Canadian oil and gas company. In 1992, the property at 565 Coronation Drive was purchased. It currently houses offices, a research and development laboratory and a finished goods warehouse.
Be part of it! Today, around 100 employees work at the West Hill facility where we manufacture Grease and Specialty Additives. Our grease is used to keep machinery running smoothly in food processing, manufacturing, marine, power generation and many other industries. Our Specialty Additives and lubricants are used in automotive, marine and aviation oils, transmission fluids and fuels to enhance performance and extend engine life.
Both sites (Elmira and West Hill) are registered under the ISO 9001 quality management and ISO 14001 environmental management standards.
What We Offer You
Compensation : Competitive packages inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. Minimum pay : $32.44 per hour.Comprehensive Benefits : Retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.Work‑Life & Flexibility : Flexible working arrangements in all countries through the global “Xwork” program.Training & Development : Commitment to your professional and personal development with formal and informal learning opportunities.Diversity : Equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We adhere to all applicable federal, provincial and local laws regarding nondiscrimination, including the Ontario Human Rights Code.LANXESS is dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation. We promote a culture of respect, integrity and teamwork. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities to ensure their equal participation in the application and interview process.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
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