Chemical Manufacturing Technician

Hydrite Chemical USA • Waterloo, IA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team Where People Matter At Hydrite, we’re family-driven, financially strong, and growing. If you love solving problems and take pride in safe, high-quality work, you’ll thrive here. A Night in the Life Your shift begins at 8:00 PM. Before the first batch, you suit up in the prescribed PPE and review the Production Worksheet and batch record. You inspect every container inside and out, verify raw materials and order of addition, and ensure reactors are cleaned and documented per GMP SOPs. Through the night, you manufacture liquid products, filter to meet quality specs, and package into non-bulk containers. You’ll move between loading and unloading tank trucks and railcars (following the respective SOPs), performing tote cleaning, and logging activity in the Prism tote tracking system. Each batch demands focus: confirm paperwork, maintain the filter log, complete weekly area inspections and checklists, and keep the production floor clean and safe. If you spot equipment that needs attention, you submit a Maximo service request. Along the way, you stay current on training—reviewing Catalyst weekly, attending required sessions, and supporting Emergency Response Team, RCRA, regulatory, and health & safety training. Above all, you uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence in everything you do. Schedule Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM–6:30 AM CST Training on 1st shift for approximately 2–4 months; you’ll still receive the shift premium during training

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two or more years of experience preferred in chemical processing or other manufacturing
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with MS Office
• Clear communication skills and the ability to read, write, and speak English
• During the pre-employment process, you will be required to do a drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Load/unload bulk products and package finished liquid products into non-bulk containers
• Inspect containers prior to filling; clean reactors and document per GMP and SOP requirements
• Use required PPE; verify quality standards, including filtration of liquids, before product leaves production
• Inspect tank trucks before loading/unloading; follow Tank Truck Bulk Loading/Unloading and Railcar Unloading SOPs
• Review production schedules and batch records to confirm correct materials and addition sequence
• Perform tote cleaning; maintain service and testing records in the Prism tote tracking system
• Complete weekly area inspections, filter log, and all required logs and checklists
• Stay current on training via Catalyst; attend all scheduled training unless absent
• Participate in Emergency Response Team, RCRA, regulatory, health & safety, and process training
• Submit Maximo service requests for equipment repairs as needed

Benefits

• Up to 10% retirement contribution
• $3,000 sign-on bonus
• $1.50/hour shift premium
• $600 annual wellness incentive
• Two weeks starting paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage eligible the first day of the month following hire date
• Additional perks: 401(k) and profit sharing; medical/dental/vision/life insurance; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; legal services insurance; scholarships for employees’ children; summer picnic; community giving events; free family wellness coaching (nutritionist and fitness coach)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED