Process Chemical Operator

Diversey•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. We are seeking a Chemical Operator to support the safe and efficient manufacture of specialty chemical products. This role is responsible for operating and monitoring chemical processing equipment, performing material handling and quality checks, maintaining production records, and supporting shipping and receiving activities while adhering to all safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Requirements

Ability to follow detailed operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to workplace safety.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial production, process operations, or a related manufacturing environment.
Experience with SAP or other ERP/inventory management systems.
Forklift, bulk material handling, or shipping and receiving experience.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and control chemical reactors and related process equipment to produce specialty chemical products in accordance with established ISO procedures, production formulas, and process parameters including temperature, pressure, flow rates, and viscosity.
Perform material handling activities, equipment preparation, raw material additions, inventory monitoring, and utility system oversight, including cooling water, tempered water, nitrogen, instrument air, wastewater, demineralization, and other plant support systems.
Conduct in-process and final product testing to verify product quality and make process adjustments as required.
Complete production and inventory transactions in SAP, maintain accurate records, and support Responsible Care, environmental, and safety compliance initiatives.
Prepare reusable containers and packaging equipment for filling through cleaning, inspection, maintenance, and required DOT testing while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Support shipping and receiving operations, including receiving and shipping raw materials and finished goods, processing SAP transactions, loading and unloading bulk materials, product storage, paperwork completion, and the cleaning, loading, and sampling of portable and custom bulk equipment.