The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a skilled and dedicated Operator to optimize our Chemical Manufacturing team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives. 

This role will be a full-time position based out of our Paris, Kentucky facility. You will have the opportunity to monitor quality of products and new materials. If you have experience in manufacturing and want to grow your career with a Fortune 500 company– let’s talk! 

The team 

Avantor’s Chemical Manufacturing team is part of our Performance Materials unit. This team supports the innovation and growth objectives of major laboratories across the globe by helping with the integration of new technology solutions into their lab processes and operations. 

What we’re looking for 

Education: High school diploma or equivalentExperience: 1-3 years of related experience in a manufacturing facility

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a chemical plant

How you will thrive and create an impact 

Assists in planning, prioritizing, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff responsible for the operation of equipment and preparation of materials. Ensures high levels of staff productivity by reviewing inspections, reports, and physically observing work performed. Assists in developing performance standards and evaluation of staff.Provides or coordinates training of new and existing operators in areas such as, but not limited to safe work techniques, time-saving methods, use and documentation of runsheets, and identification of safety concerns. Works with employees to learn additional skills and correct deficiencies.Perseveres through various working conditions to complete tasks and projects. Takes appropriate measures to meet department needs and timelines, and to address team shortcomings. Provides work direction and appropriate feedback through multiple communication channels as deemed appropriate.Develops personal strategies for juggling competing demands. Examines the impact of current and/or upcoming changes on the work group processes and provides direction to others on adjusting accordingly.Is responsible for training and providing guidance and performance feedback to operators within the department.Is responsible for contributing specific feedback to area supervisors and managers for operators’ performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and terminations within the department.Performs administrative and documentation functions relative to supervision of subordinates.Provides effective training for subordinates on equipment, processes and procedures.Provides direction to subordinates for daily tasks and projects.Provides coaching for subordinates to resolve problems.Assists in employee communication, morale and discipline and provides leadership to lower-level process operators.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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