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Summary Description


	Control or operate entire chemical processes or system of machines.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Ammonia Still Operator

2.	Ammonia Technician

3.	Badger Distiller Operator

4.	Bucket Wash Operator

5.	Checker

6.	Chemical Operator

7.	Chemical Plant Operator

8.	Chemical Treatment Plant Technician

9.	Chief Operator

10.	Denitrator

11.	Development Associate

12.	Furnace Process Plant Operator

13.	Furnace Utility Operator

14.	Hydrogenation Operator

15.	Loader Technician

16.	Machine Operator

17.	Naphtha Washing System Operator

18.	Nitric Acid Plant Operator

19.	Nitrogen Operator

20.	Operations Technician

21.	Operator

22.	Pharmaceutical Development Technician

23.	Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Machine Operator

24.	Pharmaceutical Operator

25.	Plant Associate

26.	Pressure Controller

27.	Process Control Operator

28.	Process Development Associate

29.	Process Operator

30.	Process Technician

31.	Production Operator

32.	Production Technician

33.	Switchboard Operator

34.	Tower Operator

35.	Utility Operator

36.	Wash Operator

Job Tasks

	Monitor recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, or other indicators and listen for warning signals, to verify conformity of process conditions. Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.

	Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel. Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

	Control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines, using panelboards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment. Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

	Move control settings to make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of chemical reactions, quality, or yields. Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

	Inspect operating units, such as towers, soap-spray storage tanks, scrubbers, collectors, or driers to ensure that all are functioning and to maintain maximum efficiency. Inspect production equipment.

	Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met. Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products. Collect samples of materials or products for testing.

	Record operating data, such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings. Record operational or production data.

	Patrol work areas to ensure that solutions in tanks or troughs are not in danger of overflowing. Monitor equipment fluid levels.

	Turn valves to regulate flow of products or byproducts through agitator tanks, storage drums, or neutralizer tanks. Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.

	Interpret chemical reactions visible through sight glasses or on television monitors and review laboratory test reports for process adjustments. Analyze test results.

	Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality. Confer with others to resolve production problems or equipment malfunctions.

	Start pumps to wash and rinse reactor vessels, to exhaust gases or vapors, to regulate the flow of oil, steam, air, or perfume to towers, or to add products to converter or blending vessels. Operate pumping systems or equipment.

	Gauge tank levels, using calibrated rods. Monitor equipment fluid levels.

	Notify maintenance, stationary-engineering, or other auxiliary personnel to correct equipment malfunctions or to adjust power, steam, water, or air supplies. Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

	Calculate material requirements or yields according to formulas. Estimate material requirements for production.

	Repair or replace damaged equipment. Replace worn equipment components. Repair production equipment or tools.

	Direct workers engaged in operating machinery that regulates the flow of materials and products. Direct operational or production activities.

	Supervise the cleaning of towers, strainers, or spray tips. Direct operational or production activities.

	Defrost frozen valves, using steam hoses. Repair production equipment or tools.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

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Interesting Fact

In the 18th and 19th century, hatmakers used poisionous chemicals including mercury in their work. As result, many developed pathological symptons -- an estimated 10% went insane. Hence the term "mad as a hatter" and Lewis Carroll's character, the Mad Hatter.

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