Hiring Event - Peekskill, NY
About The Position
Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers. Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or TwitterOPEN INTERVIEWS! Sun Chemical is hiring! We are seeking Chemical Operators and Maintenance Mechanics to join our team at the Peekskill, NY location. Come out for our open interview date on March 10th, 2026, from 9:30am-12:30pm. The Chemical Operator is responsible for mixing/blending of materials, operation of process equipment, material handling, instrument monitoring, record keeping, and forklift operation. Must follow all safety procedures and act in a safe manner at all times.
Requirements
- HS diploma or equivalent.
- Possess intermediate computer skills (Use computerized process system, Internet, email, etc.)
- Physical strength is required to operate manual process equipment. Must meet lifting requirements (55 lbs.) and pass physical requirements.
- Must demonstrate ability to be self-directed working with minimal supervision
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment
- An understanding and awareness of chemicals and their nature, hazards, safety and health issues etc. (SDS's, use of PPE etc.) is beneficial
Responsibilities
- Efficiently operate equipment: adding materials at designated times and observing chemical reactions; monitor gauges, samples and recorders to ensure timely completion of quality batches per production schedule.
- Adjust controls and valves to maintain systems at specified temperature, pressure and speed.
- Maintain housekeeping at excellent levels, keeping the tanks, floor and reactor deck areas clean.
- Required to operate a forklift in a safe manner.
- Wear necessary safety equipment and follow company established Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Benefits
- We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
