Chemical Operator

Colonial Group•Savannah, GA

About The Position

Chemical Operators are responsible for safe and efficient warehouse and chemical production operations, including handling, processing, and shipping chemical materials. The role supports reliable production and distribution through accurate inventory control, proper hazardous-material management and segregation, and adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards. The position involves operating material-handling equipment; receiving, storing, tracking, processing, and shipping materials; and maintaining production and inventory records in Colonial’s ERP system. Operators also support housekeeping, equipment inspections, and continuous improvement activities. The role has physical demands including regularly lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 55 pounds, working in varied postures for extended periods, distinguishing colors and odors, detecting sounds, and wearing task-specific PPE.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain forklift certification upon hire.
Proficiency in reading and writing English, math, computer use, and critical thinking.
Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
Ability to regularly lift, push, and pull up to 55 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, grasp, stoop, and crouch for extended periods.
Ability to distinguish colors and odors and detect normal and abnormal sounds.
Ability to wear full-faced respirators, chemical-resistant suits, and other PPE as required.

Nice To Haves

DOT Hazardous Materials experience.
HAZWOPER certification.
Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or chemical operations.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and related material-handling equipment to pick, pack, ship, and receive chemical materials.
Load and unload bulk tanker trucks, railcars, and containers.
Fill, label, and stage drums, totes, and other containers for shipment or storage.
Segregate and handle hazardous materials according to compatibility requirements and regulatory standards.
Mix, blend, and process chemical products according to established formulas and procedures.
Use Colonial’s ERP system to perform inventory tasks and maintain accurate production and inventory records for receiving, storage, tracking, and shipment of materials.
Support housekeeping, equipment inspections, and continuous improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.