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:
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. Must follow SOP’s/POP’s and all other procedures in every detail, including safety policies. Participate in end of shift turnovers with ability to effectively communicate. Ability to wear required PPE including respirators. 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. Responsible for understanding basic chemical reactions and properties of chemicals within the work area. Responsible for handling and processing Hazardous Waste as required within the work area. At times may be required to wear hearing protection, and half-mask respirator, and other forms of PPE.
What is required for this role:
HS Diploma or equivalent. 1 to 3 years experience in basic chemical operations or related experience required Ability to Process and follow verbal directions and written instructions. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and convert calculations to percentage and to metric system. Understand concepts involving statistics, probabilities and formula manipulation and perform basic calculations on volume, mass, atomic percentages, weight percentages, density, molecular weight of alloys and compounds and charge weights. Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell. Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May be assigned shifts that include evening, nights and/or weekend days. Able to successfully complete a background check, pre-placement physical exam and drug screen.Diversity is at the core of our Vision, Mission, and Values. Heraeus is committed to an inclusive workforce that fully represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. We can provide you with the opportunity - and Open Space - where your ideas and career can grow and advance. A career with Heraeus offers attractive compensation, top-notch benefits, and an ideal environment that supports your professional development.
In case of any questions, our HR team is available at hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com. You can also find more information at www.heraeus.com/careersusa.