Full-Time
Operator
Posted on 9/27/2025
LANXESS
5,001-10,000 employees
Specialty chemicals developer, manufacturer, marketer
No salary listed
Memphis, TN, USA
In Person
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- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Two-year Certificate/Associate Degree in Process Technology, OR Three (3) years Chemical/Petrochemical Operator experience, OR Five (5) years of chemical packing experience.
- Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call in as required.
- Willingness and ability to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hardhat, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
- Willing and able to work in a high-hazard process.
- Willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, ladders, columns, and to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, reach overhead, hear and respond to alarms, and possess visual acuity for close work.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) and able to learn new computer systems.
- Operate manual valves, perform minor maintenance activity, operate a central control room, perform analytical work in field labs, and ensure equipment is safe to operate.
- Monitor and operate equipment and facilities; including field equipment that insure quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.
- Operates valves, pumps, compressors, blowers, blenders and extruders etc.
- Troubleshoots equipment using mechanical knowledge, equipment specification sheets and manufacturer literature to restore to operation.
- Operates material handling equipment to transport materials, in-process goods, packaging components and equipment within the operating facilities.
- Conduct housekeeping and 5S
- Performs basic maintenance and troubleshooting on automated control systems and computer workstations.
- Takes liquid, solid, or gas samples from process and service lines to perform field analysis.
- Performing sequences of operations required to operate or support the operation of chemical processes.
- Safely work with pressure, temperature, level and flow in pipe systems and using pressure gauge for leak testing.
- Safely handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes in compliance with all plant requirements and environmental regulations.
LANXESS is a specialty chemicals company that develops, manufactures, and sells chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer-protection products. Its products act as building blocks and functional additives used in coatings, plastics, consumer goods, and other formulations to improve performance and protection. The company differentiates itself through a strong sustainability focus, holding leading positions in indices such as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and ESG ratings, and maintaining a global footprint with about 12,500 employees in 32 countries. LANXESS aims to deliver high-quality specialty chemicals while advancing sustainable chemistry and meeting environmental, social, and governance standards.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cologne, Germany
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- UBE sale yields €500 million proceeds, reducing net debt by 30%.
- Envalior 40.94% stake offered to Advent at €1.2 billion base price.
- Revenue grew to €1.598 billion in January-September 2024 from specialties.
What critics are saying
- Advent rejects Envalior sale due to financing, retaining underperforming stake.
- Envalior misses 2028 EBITDA, slashing purchase price by €500+ million.
- UBE captures LANXESS resin clients in semiconductors using acquired expertise.
What makes LANXESS unique
- LANXESS transforms into pure specialty chemicals company post-urethane divestment.
- Focuses on high-margin consumer protection, additives, and intermediates segments.
- Acquires Emerald Kalama Chemical to lead in specialty chemicals production.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Professional Development Budget
Company News
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