Chemical Operator

ESI•West Haven, CT

About The Position

The Chemical Operator operates production equipment to manufacture chemical batches in compliance with company standard operating procedures and applicable local, state, and federal safety, health, and environmental regulations. The role follows written procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and compounds through batch operations. It involves handling raw materials and finished products, monitoring production equipment, maintaining accurate records and inventory, and performing packaging activities. The operator collects samples for laboratory analysis, manages hazardous-waste containers, and works to applicable ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OSHA 18001 standards. The position also involves communicating operational concerns to the shift leader, participating in shift meetings and continuous-improvement activities, and training other chemical operators as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of applicable experience making batches and working with and blending chemicals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information effectively and concisely.
Basic knowledge of chemical production processes and equipment operation.
Familiarity with chemical safety, personal protective equipment, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to operate production equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
Understanding of quality-control principles and product consistency.
Ability to complete production records accurately and follow written procedures.
Ability to perform manual tasks, including lifting, standing for extended periods, and working in varied environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Chemical manufacturing experience.
Experience with sulfide or cyanide gold reaction processes or other precious-metals products.
Experience working in a clean-room environment.
Forklift certification.
Hazardous Waste Operations certification.
Vocational training or certifications in chemical processing or manufacturing.
Prior experience in a manufacturing or chemical-processing environment.

Responsibilities

Follow written procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and compounds through batch operations.
Operate production equipment, including reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses.
Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters.
Weigh, measure, and check raw materials and finished products to ensure batches contain the correct ingredients and quantities and inventory is accurate.
Weigh, package, label, and box products in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Locate warehouse materials and transport them to manufacturing areas using a forklift as needed.
Collect process samples and coordinate with laboratory personnel for analysis.
Maintain required records, including batch tickets, packaging sheets, scrubber operation logs, pH meter calibration records, and equipment inspections.
Package, mark, and label hazardous-waste containers.
Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OSHA 18001 standards.
Communicate safety, production, quality, and other operational issues to the shift leader.
Participate in shift meetings to support work planning and continuous improvement.
Train other chemical operators in operations, processes, and procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.