Distillation Operator

Nova Molecular is a leading producer of high-purity solvents. Through our innovative recovery and return program, we offer a sustainable, environmentally friendly supply chain for our customers.

We are expanding our operations in Sumter! We have an immediate opening for a Distillation Operator.  At Nova, the work environment is engaging, family-orientated and provides opportunities for growth. 

Our distillation operators receive: 

• 14 days off every 28 days (7 days are consecutive)
• Time and half pay after 36 hours worked, every other week
• Vacation, personal, sick and holiday pay upon hire 
• Competitive wages and benefit packages.  Benefits are effective the 1^st of the month following date of hire

Key responsibilities include:

• Controls chemical processes and systems of distillation columns and equipment using, the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or other control systems
• Applies changes to controller set points to make necessary adjustments on equipment and units affecting rates, quality, and yields following process specific procedures
• Monitors and records process data in order to verify conformity to process conditions
• Records operating data such as process conditions, test results, and instrument readings
• Monitors and records analytical data gathered by collecting process samples and running required QC analyses to verify that processes meet specifications set by process specific procedures
• Performs troubleshooting of plant, process, and equipment problems including upset conditions, and product quality issues.
• Confers with supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, compliance, efficiency, and product quality
• Opens and closes valves to regulate flow of feed, product, waste, and purge streams to pumps, distillation columns, reactors, storage tanks, or bulk tankers
• Prepares line-ups to ensure that process streams flow to the proper destination
• Monitors and records all inventory in the Inventory Management System
• Conducts daily RCRA, housekeeping, and safety audits
• Prepares plant equipment to assure maintenance activities can be conducted safely and assists maintenance with equipment repairs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of chemistry principles, desired
• Broad knowledge of protocol to safely load and unload chemicals from various forms of transportation methods (van trucks, ISO containers, etc.), desired
• Understand and perform mathematical calculations.
• Analyze data and make critical process decisions based upon data outcome.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment to obtain accurate result.
• Ability to critically think through situations to make an appropriate response
• Observes process trends compared to established norms and obtains assistance to resolve unusual problems that arise.
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute detailed written instructions and procedures.
• Attentive listening skills to carry out verbal instructions accurately and precisely.
• Strong commitment and ability to practice required health and safety practices and precautions using chemical production equipment.
• Knowledge of HAZCOM handling procedures.
• Proficient at operating a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or Digital Control System (DCS) system.
• Effective organizational skills to ensure an orderly and safe workplace.
• Proficient mechanical based knowledge
• Ability to obtain required RCRA, OSHA and DOT training, understand and apply it to daily operations
• Initiative and ability to perform tasks in strenuous work environments
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift, rotating days and nights

Supplemental Pay:

• Shift Differential; Off Shift, Bonus pay

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 considerations:

We have many safes practices in place to help keep our employees safe during this unprecedented time. We will review our safe practices in more detail during the first virtual interview.