Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Chemical OperatorJob Location: Clearfield, UT 84016
Job Duration: 3 Months, with a Possible extension Position Overview:
- The Chemical Operator reports to the Production Supervisor and plays a key role in supporting daily production operations in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
- This position executes production plans through SAP, performs quality control functions, manages chemical transfers, and supports shipping and receiving operations.
- This is a hands-on manufacturing role ideal for candidates with chemical or industrial production experience who are seeking long-term growth and potential conversion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate daily production requirements in SAP and execute production plans.
- Transfer chemicals from raw material storage to tanks.
- Support unloading and loading of tankers, railcars, and totes.
- Perform shipping and receiving duties including scheduling, loading/unloading, and batch documentation.
- Package customer orders into pails, drums, and totes.
- Complete quality control checks and required documentation.
- Safely operate a propane-powered 5,000 lb sit-down forklift.
- Maintain dock safety compliance and plant safety standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Note: Mixing and batching responsibilities may be added over time as the associate develops within the role.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing or distribution (strongly preferred.)
- Strong commitment to safety, EH&S, quality, and customer service.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification required for long-term employment.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint.)
- SAP experience preferred (Production Module a plus.)
- Strong English reading comprehension and basic math skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Work Environment:
- Indoor, climate-controlled facility.
- Team-oriented environment.
- No hazardous chemical packaging involved.
- PPE provided (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves.)
- Steel-toe boots required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement environments.
- Forklift certification.
- Additional technical education.