Chemical Operator

USALCO•Columbus, OH

18d

About The Position

The Chemical Operator is responsible for manufacturing chemical products and ensuring compliance with applicable company policies. This role involves the safe, efficient operation of plant processes and equipment, including transferring hazardous chemicals, and producing quality products to specification. The operator communicates process status to the supervisor and peers, contributes to process improvements, and works constructively with team members at all levels. The position requires chemical manufacturing experience, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a results-driven, safety- and quality-focused approach. Daily work includes checking process areas and equipment for safety and housekeeping, performing quality checks, adjusting formulations, assisting with trailer loading and raw-material unloading, completing compliance certificates and production paperwork, and participating in the facility’s daily management practices. The operator also submits maintenance work orders, inspects equipment, and reports issues. Overtime, physical labor, and changing shifts may be required to meet business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Chemical manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of chemical manufacturing and equipment.
Ability to plan and prioritize daily process operations.
Attention to detail.
Dependability, flexibility, and ability to respond on short notice to meet customer requirements.
Good interpersonal and communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication.
Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude.
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to obtain USALCO forklift certification within 30 calendar days of hire if applicable to the site.
Ability to learn the chemical operator position within 60 calendar days of hire.
Ability to participate in the site respirator program, pass a Spirometry test, and wear a respirator as required, if applicable.
Ability to routinely lift up to 75 pounds throughout the shift, stand up to 80% of the shift, traverse the site and various buildings, use ship ladders and catwalks, work in close quarters, and work at elevated platforms without hesitation or fear.
Ability to work overtime, perform physical labor, and work changing shifts as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing environment.
Prior forklift driving experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the safe and efficient operation of assigned processes, including the safe transfer of hazardous chemicals.
Follow plant safety rules, work guidelines, practices, and procedures.
Wear and maintain required personal protective equipment when working with hazardous chemicals.
Develop and apply improvements to processes, equipment, and procedures.
Conduct process and equipment walkthroughs to audit safety and housekeeping.
Perform quality assurance checks and adjust formulations to ensure finished products meet specifications.
Assist with loading product trailers and unloading raw materials as needed.
Complete Certificates of Compliance for loaded trailers.
Accurately complete batch sheets, run sheets, shift reports, and other paperwork.
Maintain and communicate through the facility’s Daily Management practices.
Submit MaintainX work order requests for maintenance issues.
Inspect plant equipment daily and report issues to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of business goals and objectives.