Wilbur-Ellis-posted 2 days ago
$26 - $35/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • St. Gabriel, LA
1,001-5,000 employees

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. “We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.” Role Overview: The Chemical Plant Operator II is responsible for taking daily inventory, unloading and loading raw materials and finished goods, as well as helping in any of the other operational departments. Chemical Plant Operators are also responsible for using and maintaining the equipment used to blend chemicals.

  • Assist with inventory, leak, and tank checks; open/close tanks and transfer lines for raw material handling.
  • Operate equipment such as skid loaders, forklifts, pumps, blenders, reactors, and weighing scales.
  • Unload and transfer raw materials (e.g., Acetic acid, Formic acid, Aqua Ammonia) using proper safety procedures and personal protective equipment, including respirators.
  • Learn to read meters, charts, and instruments to ensure accurate production operations; gain experience with troubleshooting and report equipment issues to management.
  • Collect, label, and deliver product samples for lab testing.
  • Help prepare and label drums, totes, and other containers for shipping.
  • Follow batch instructions under supervision.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Basic knowledge of computers.
  • Safety-oriented work habits.
  • Strong attention to detail and precision in all operations.
  • Able to tolerate seasonal temperature extremes.
  • Ability to work in an environment that has a moderately loud noise level.
  • Must pass a pulmonary function test and have a respirator clearance.
  • Be clean-shaven to wear a respiratory mask.
  • 2+ years of work experience in a chemical plant and a strong understanding of chemical processing are preferred but not required.
  • High School Diploma or higher required.
  • You’re versatile, flexible, and willing to work weekends and holidays
  • You can contribute to a team with a positive attitude and outlook
  • You are safety-minded and consistently follow safety protocols and procedures
  • You’re on time and prepared for work assignments that may include physical and repetitive tasks
  • This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.
  • Employee Benefits: Take home a competitive salary and benefits you and your family deserve – from 401(K) matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, work-life balance and more.
  • Talent Development: When you grow, we all grow. We’ll help you forge your own career pathway through continuous learning and skills development, mentorship programs, growth opportunities, business resource groups and career coaching.
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