Job Description
Job DescriptionChemical Operators Needed
Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a prominent Company in the Chesterfield, VA area, is looking for a few Chemical Operators to join their team!
Chemical Operator Position Overview
The Chemical Operator I role operates equipment or semiautomatic system that processes chemicals into specified products. Has the ability to operate at least 1 work cell.
Chemical Operator Job Summary:
- Pay: $22 & Up
- Shift: 1st & 2nd
Chemical Operator Duties and Responsibilities:
- • Weigh and measure quantities of solid and powdered materials for heating vessels or blending tanks; feed liquid and gaseous materials through equipment units.
- • Maintain system parameters at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels.
- • Adjust control settings on equipment to optimize chemical reaction speeds, quality, and yields.
- • Acquire knowledge of operating equipment through on-the-job training.
- • Utilize scales and measuring systems accurately.
- • Interact with Quality Control (QC) lab and Research & Development (R&D) teams.
- • Read, complete, and maintain necessary paperwork.
- • Load and offload chemicals safely and efficiently.
- • Operate pumps and filters to ensure proper functioning of systems.
- • Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and submit work orders for repairs.
- • Maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with housekeeping, safety, and 6S standards.
- • Collaborate with team members to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).
- • Perform all other duties, as assigned
Chemical Operator Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in chemical processing or manufacturing environments (preferred)
- Certification to operate a forklift is required (or ability to obtain certification within 90 days).
- Certification to use respiratory equipment is required (or ability to obtain certification within 30 days)
- Valid driver’s license required
Chemical Operator Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong ability to work independently and manage daily tasks effectively
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics) is preferred
- Creative problem-solving skills for addressing complex challenges
- Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds consistently
- Basic user type understanding of the Microsoft Office 365 & Suites: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Chemical Operator Personal Attributes:
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members from diverse disciplines and communication styles
- Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Capacity to manage various situations, often concurrently
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once
- Humble attitude with a willingness to seek knowledge and learn without hesitation
Why Peoplelink Staffing?
- · Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance available
- · 401k available after reaching hours worked requirement
- · Direct Deposit Programs
Peoplelink Staffing, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink Staffing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains our #1 priority. Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization.
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\nCompany Description
Peoplelink Staffing Solutions, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority.
Company Description
Peoplelink Staffing Solutions, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority.