Chemical Operator - PM shifts

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We have both AM and PM shifts available for the Chemical Operator role. Candidates must have 6 years of experience in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, or petroleum industries to be considered.

Job Title: Chemical Operator

Location: Camden, NJ 08105

Pay Range: $26-329.50 per hour ($1.50/hr shift differential)

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule/Hours: PM shifts available

• 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM
• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  
  

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment and processes in assigned production areas under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor.
• Cross-train in two production areas; coordinate additional labor resources as needed.
• Ensure safe and environmentally responsible operation of processing equipment to produce high-quality ion exchange products.
• Load raw materials and chemicals; unload and package finished resin products.
• Handle equipment including pumps, regeneration columns, dilution stations, washing, dewatering, drying, blending, mixing vessels, reactors, centrifuges, dryers, scrubbers, and lab equipment.
• Execute unit operations such as chemical regenerations/conversions, steaming, rinsing, disinfecting, polymerization, sulfonation, hydration, and caustic-conversion of resin products.
• Report safety, environmental, and operational issues promptly; perform basic troubleshooting.
• Adhere to safety procedures, particularly permit programs for equipment maintenance.
• Document batch processing and other records accurately and promptly to ensure product traceability and quality adherence.
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• US Citizen.
• HS Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or higher in a science/technical field preferred.
• 6 years in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, or petroleum industries; 10 years in batch chemical processing preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work at elevated heights.
• Ability to be trained in respirator use and confined space entry.
  
  

Work Environment

• Production plant: Approximately 80% indoors, 20% outdoors.
• 24x7 production with 12-hour shifts, every other weekend off, steady day or night shift.
  
  

Apply now to join our team and start your career as a Chemical Operator with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits!

Requirements: Job Type: Permanent Post Date: 03/14/2025