Chemical Production Operator

Numat • Chicago, IL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

In this hands-on role, you will support the on-site production of Numat’s growing commercial product lines that utilize its unique adsorbents. You will be required to perform manufacturing tasks safely, efficiently, and in a manner consistent with Numat procedures. It will be essential to communicate information effectively and professionally to your small and nimble internal team. Your attention to detail and willingness to change in a fast-moving environment is crucial to support the team’s mission of continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Core hours are weekdays, 7 AM – 3 PM. The position may require work on Saturday and/or Sunday, holidays, and overtime.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Ability and willingness to wear respiratory and/or hearing protection, as required.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the chemical or process industry
• Prior experience with industrial controls or computerized data systems
• Work experience in an ISO 9001 (or equivalent) quality assurance environment
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment to produce products safely, on time, and at target quality.
• Interface with industrial control screens to monitor and adjust continuous processes
• Complete proper process documentation as required
• Diagnose problems with equipment or process and, within SOP guidelines, adjust or escalate issues to the Supervisor or Maintenance team
• Support execution of supporting tasks that keep the business running.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (i.e., forklift) to move materials through the facility
• Perform inventory management activities
• Support new product development activities, as needed
• Contribute to the continual improvement of manufacturing safety, quality, and reliability.
• Be responsible and held accountable for achieving compliance with our HSE Policy
• Escalate quality deviations fearlessly
• Perform basic maintenance activities as directed. These activities include using basic hand tools to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot plant equipment.

Benefits

• Up to $725/month (employee only), $2,395/month (family) employer contribution toward medical insurance
• 99% employer-paid dental and vision
• Flexible PTO
• FSA Benefits
• 401K Savings Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long-term Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED