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Production AssistantAustin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.The Production Assistant will work with Chemical Manufacturing and Processes in which raw materials undergo change. Responsibilities involve optimizing existing equipment, understanding the reactions taking place and strong troubleshooting skills.Primary Job Responsibilities:Perform chemical operations and operate equipment in a safe and effective manner.Learn and follow all company SOP's.Communicate with control room effectively and efficiently.Monitor and maintain safe conditions and notify supervision of any equipment deficiencies.Analyze and troubleshoot problems in plant operations.Assist in preventative maintenance.Perform other duties as assigned.Affix proper labels to Finish Goods and Raw Materials.Be able to read, understand and abide by SDS's.Understand NFPA and HMIS labeling system.Maintain a high level of housekeeping in the Production Facility.Miscellaneous maintenance on industrial equipment, e.g. handling wrenches, etc.Follow instructions of Lead Operator and Supervisor.Calculate using basic mathematics.Responsible for own actions in a Chemical Environment as it relates to the safety of others and yourself.Must be able to perform work wearing personnel protective equipment. Including but not limited to the following: rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, sand blast hoods, fire resistant coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; work at heights; balance for extended periods of time.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications Required for this Position:Education: no minimum education requirements.Experience: 3-5 years of experience in an industrial setting preferred.Must pre-employment physical, pass drug, screen and background check, as condition of employment.Physical, Mental & Environmental RequirementsReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties. Positions may require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, working at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces. Employees must possess sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.Employees must be able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; effectively manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.Work may be performed in industrial and construction environments with exposure to weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and meet all customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.Must be able to perform all job duties while maintaining a constant commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about Austin, please go to must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
eastover, SC, 29044, US
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