Chemical Operator

Chemical Operator

We are seeking a skilled Chemical Operator to join our team. This role involves processing, purifying, and chemically fabricating products and their compounds through a sequence of batch operations. The ideal candidate will operate various equipment and handle chemicals to ensure quality production and maintenance of accurate inventory.

Responsibilities

• Work from written procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products through batch operations.
• Operate equipment such as reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses.
• Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters.
• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials and finished products to ensure proper ingredients and quantities.
• Perform product weighing, packaging, labeling, and boxing in accordance with SOPs.
• Locate materials in the warehouse and transport them to manufacturing areas using a forklift.
• Collect process samples and interface with laboratory personnel for analysis.
• Maintain required log sheets including batch tickets, packaging sheets, and equipment inspections.
• Attend HSE training and demonstrate an acceptable level of understanding of topics such as Hazardous Waste Management and Hazard Communication.
• Package, mark, and label Hazardous Waste containers.
• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and OHSA standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in the work area.
• Communicate with shift leaders regarding safety, production, quality, or other operational issues.
• Participate actively in shift meetings to assist in work planning and continuous improvement.
• Adhere to all corporate, plant, and safety policies/procedures.
• Wear personal protective equipment as applicable.
• Complete assigned training including corporate, HSE, and quality-specific requirements.
• Assist other chemical operators in operations, processes, and procedures as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with at least 2 years of applicable experience, preferably in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with sulfide or cyanide gold reaction processes or other precious metals products.
• Experience working in a clean-room environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift certification is preferable.
• Hazardous Waste Operations certification is preferable.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading specialty chemicals company that empowers its employees to innovate and succeed. Benefit from a collaborative environment that supports personal and professional growth. Contribute to the production of extraordinary electronic devices while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

The work environment involves handling and operating various chemical manufacturing equipment. Employees are expected to adhere to safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as applicable. The role requires working in a clean-room setting and may involve forklift operation. The facility follows ISO 9001 and OHSA standards to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Haven, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Haven,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.