Chemical Plant Operator - 2nd Shift

CONNECTICUT INNOVATIONS

Naugatuck, CT

Pay: $28/hr

Shift: Full time

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**P2 Science Overview**

Founded in 2009, P2 Science was started by two scientists from Yale University, who were disheartened by the widespread use of non-sustainable, synthetic compounds found in everyday use. P2 Science started with a simple vision - develop high performance, innovative ingredients that align with planetary health.

P2 Science has become a global leader in bringing naturally derived, sustainable ingredients to market; partnering with brands and manufacturers in 25 countries.

Through a proprietary process called Process Intensified Continuous Etherification ("PICE"), P2 transforms renewable forest-derived feedstocks into high-performance ingredients for use in a variety of personal care, cosmetics, and beauty products.

• The company started up its first manufacturing plant in September 2018.
• In 2022, P2 won five industry awards, including the Innovation Best Breakthrough Supplier Award from BeautyMatter, one of the most trusted voices in beauty.
• In January 2023, Unilever's haircare brand, Living Proof, launched three new products built on P2's ingredients.
• In November 2023, P2 Science announced the appointment of Oihana Elizalde, PhD as Chief Executive Officer. Oihana joined P2 after having served as Head of Sales for BASF Personal Care North America, and VP / General Manager of the MIRUM® business at Natural Fiber Welding.

P2’s investors include Advantage Capital, BASF, Chanel, Connecticut Innovations, Elm Street Ventures, HG Ventures, Lewis & Clark Agrifood, Safermade, and Xeraya.

**The Position**

The Naugatuck Plant Operator is responsible for hands-on production operations, plant maintenance and in-process quality control. The Plant Operator ensures the Naugatuck plant operates in safe manner, produces quality materials and meets all regulator and customer requirements.

Shift Time: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm shift

Pay rate: $28.00/hr base + $1/hr shift differential

**Key Responsibilities**

• Performs day to day operation of plant processes, warehousing, shipping and receiving, maintenance and in-process QC.
• Ensures all processes are carried out in a safe manner and all company safety, quality and regulatory policies, procedures and instructions are followed
• Assists in the development of safety, quality, operating, maintenance, and inventory procedures and instructions.
• Follows requirements of plant preventative maintenance program, maintains spare parts inventory and performs maintenance recordkeeping.
• Ensures in-process testing equipment is maintained and operational and all testing is carried out in accordance with test method requirements.
• Follows all safety procedures and instructions in response to incidents and spills of hazardous materials.
• Ensures customer requirements are met at all times.
• Reviews material properties and performs material testing required for acceptance of raw materials. Authorized for acceptance of materials that meet all specification requirements. Contacts Supervisor or designee in the event raw materials do not meet required specifications.
• Participates in facility incident investigations as required.

**Safety Responsibilities**

• Wears/Uses required PPE at all times and ensures all employees wear/use required PPE.
• Follows all safety policies, instructions and rules ensures all employees follow all safety policies, instructions and rules.
• Performs plant housekeeping inspections as required.
• Performs safety equipment inspections as required.
• Follows all regulations for handling of hazardous waste

**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

• Hands on experience as an operator and in the chemical manufacturing sector.
• Strong Technical Aptitude
• Ability to work flexible schedule and off shifts as required
• General knowledge of plant process and chemical unit operations
• General knowledge of safety regulations, safe work practices and handling of hazardous materials.
• OSHA 10 Hour Certification and HAZWOPER Operations Level Training
• Trustworthy high integrity individual who can work well in a team environment.

**Shift: 12:00pm - 9:00 pm Monday through Friday**

**Physical Demands**

• Position is considered “heavy work”, defined as exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be medically capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment including respirators which will require a clean-shaven face for suitable fit under the OSHA regulations.
• Capable of operating a forklift.

P2 Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have chemical plant or processing plant operator experience? Requi