Chemical Operator

Bakelite • Louisville, KY

116d

About The Position

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today. We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands. Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World. It’s Better with Bakelite. Chemical Manufacturing Operator: The Impact You’ll Have on the Organization and World. You’ll be part of operations that keep our facilities running safely and efficiently. You’ll gain deep knowledge of our chemical manufacturing processes and play a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence. You’ll be a hands-on operator. You’ll learn to run a wide variety of chemical manufacturing equipment—from bagging systems and material handling to batch and continuous process reactors. You’ll help keep our people safe. You’ll follow safety-first practices and procedures (like Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, and PPE requirements) while contributing to a culture that puts safety above all. You’ll ensure quality products. You’ll test, monitor, and adjust production in real time to maintain product quality, using both automated (DCS/PLC) and manual systems. You’ll be part of continuous improvement. You’ll collaborate with the team on projects and initiatives that make our processes safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. You’ll grow your career. From material handling and packaging to mastering the complexities of chemical reactors, you’ll have a clear development path within our manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a chemical plant, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic hand tool maintenance.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work in non-temperature-controlled environments, including outdoor and multi-level facilities in extreme conditions.
• Must pass a proficiency exam, physical abilities test, drug screen, background check, and physical exam.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Willing and able to use PPE (safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, acid suits, SCBA, etc.).
• Work at heights with fall protection.
• Obtain HazMat certification if not already certified.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Production Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Certifications or training in HazMat, Fire Brigade, or Emergency Response.
• Previous forklift certification.
• Experience with SAP and process control systems (Delta V, Wonderware).
• Prior experience maintaining production equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical manufacturing processes using both automated and manual control systems.
• Monitor production data, identify trends, troubleshoot, and adjust operations in real time.
• Conduct in-process and final product testing to ensure quality; operate and maintain testing equipment.
• Safely handle dry and wet raw materials, including powders, flakes, and resins, and support shipping/receiving activities.
• Perform minor maintenance using basic hand tools.
• Follow all safety procedures, report concerns promptly, and comply with OSHA, PSM, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate on improvement projects that enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees