QPS Employment Group is hiring Chemical Operators in Elk Grove Village, IL. Become a Chemical Operations Specialist and safeguard our environment. Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient chemical handling, waste management, and environmental compliance. Put your skills to work in a dynamic setting where precision and attention to detail are paramount. Apply today!
Chemical Operator Responsibilities:
- Perform basic laboratory work, chemical maintenance, inventory control, wastewater treatment, and shipping and receiving of chemicals and hazardous waste
- Track chemical inventories, maintain chemical labeling / storage areas and submit purchasing requisitions
- Route chemicals and hazardous wastes throughout the facility
- Monitor pH, chemical levels, temperatures and DI water quality in applicable processing tanks and perform chemical additions as needed
- Exchange filters on chemical process tanks
- Perform chemistry make-ups of various solutions
- Develop in-depth knowledge of MIL’s Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan (HWCP) and work alongside an Emergency Coordinator in the event of an emergency
- Transfer hazardous wastes from process lines and wastewater treatment equipment to storage containers, accurately label such containers, and move them to a hazardous waste storage area
- Assist in the shipment of hazardous wastes
- Assist in the operation and cleaning of the wastewater treatment system in accordance with regulatory complianceÂ
- Assist with material analyses and perform calibrations of control devices relating to wastewater treatment and production processes
- Complete applicable data records and inspection logs
- Participate in ongoing training sessions related to chemical processing and hazardous waste procedures and quality control
- Participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations
- Develop knowledge of materials used and wastes generated by the chemical and metal finishing processes
- Develop a thorough understanding of applicable general procedures as well as safety and environmental practices and procedures
Requirements for Chemical Operator:
- Basic knowledge of data entry into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
- High School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
- Able to stand or walk for duration of shift
- Experience operating forklift preferred (approx. 15-20% of the role)
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
- Detail-oriented, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to frequently move drums (weighing as much as 700 pounds) on/off pallets with assistance as well as through the facility using drum cart
- Able to pass a classroom training session to satisfy federal and state introductory training requirements pertaining to the management of hazardous waste after 6 months
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QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the Midwest. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
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- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
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