Chemical Operator

About the role

Join Verdant Specialty Solutions' Production team in University Park, Illinois. This role involves safely handling materials, operating production and packaging equipment, supporting manufacturing operations, and ensuring products meet quality, safety, and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Fill drums and totes and ensure products are labeled accurately.
• Print batch sheets, packaging records, and other production documentation using company systems.
• Enter production and packaging information accurately into company software.
• Transport raw materials and finished products using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Transfer materials safely through pipelines and hoses.
• Operate flaking equipment and other production equipment according to established procedures.
• Collect product samples as trained.
• Clean production equipment and perform basic maintenance activities.
• Maintain housekeeping and Lean Manufacturing standards throughout the facility.
• Track and support performance goals related to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Identify equipment issues and initiate maintenance work requests as needed.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Collaborate with supervisors, operators, engineers, and maintenance personnel to support plant operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Able to follow procedures, safety requirements, and work instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills for weights, volumes, and measurements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to identify and escalate quality, safety, or operational concerns.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, or chemical production environment preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing or industrial laboratory experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working within a quality management system (ISO 9001 or similar) preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Mathematical skills.
• Communication and teamwork.
• Safety awareness.
• Organizational skills.

Benefits

Verdant Specialty Solutions offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $XX - $YY per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is an on-site position working 12-hour rotating shifts, with day and night schedules rotating monthly.