Chemical Operator (56544)

About LSB Industries, Inc.

LSB is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.

Title: Chemical Operator

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

The Chemical Operator will be responsible for the following duties but are not all inclusive:

• Perform periodic meter and gauge readings of air, water, steam and gas flows, temperatures, pressures and plant processes;
• Verify accuracy of meter and gauge readings and record in log;
• Monitor flows and changes in systems and processes;
• Calculate and implement adjustments to plant flows and processes to correct inaccuracies;
• Operate computer programs and perform periodic computer readings of recovery systems;
• Verify accuracy of computer program readings and record in log; monitor flows and changes in recovery systems;
• Calculate and implement adjustments to computer programs to control and correct inaccuracies of systems;
• Input pertinent data to computer;
• Reset meters, gauges, ammonia process and computer equipment as necessary;
• Monitor transfers of Plant to other areas in the plant;
• Identify problem areas and discrepancies, immediately report to foreman and implement corrective actions to ensure proper operation of the plant processes and systems;
• Make determinations and use independent judgment concerning the operations of the acid plant systems and processes.
• Operate and answer telephones and radios;
• Assist with operational duties and functions in the outside areas of the Plant, including but not limited to reading and monitoring gauges and meters, inspecting, maintaining and adjusting pipes, racks, pumps, systems, compressors, convertors, etc., collecting samples and performing laboratory analyses, keeping written records and logs, and identifying problems areas and discrepancies and reporting to foreman.
• Inspect areas and assist with clean-up and area upkeep, including but not limited to cleaning, sweeping, and mopping floors, clearing crowded areas, and maintaining the area in a clean and safe condition, free and clear of debris.