Operator 1st Shift

About the role

At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes
• Load and unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and all other containers
• Regularly lift 75 pounds
• Operate pumps, mixers, and blenders
• Operate forklift
• Keep work area clean
• Perform light maintenance

Requirements

• Desire and demonstrated ability to work safely and promote safety and safe work practices
• Be quality conscious
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Stability in work history; prefer a minimum of 2–3 years of prior work experience
• Willing to submit to a background screening
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well (safety and operational requirement)
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail and learn additional skills with experience
• Capacity to work in extreme conditions (temperature) and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Flexibility to work varying hours or shifts if necessary
• Experience in a manufacturing environment including use of tools and equipment is preferred
• Ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical resistant gloves and boots, safety glasses, hard hat, face shield, full-face respirator (if required), chemical splash suit (overalls and jacket)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits

• 100% company-funded Profit Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA
• 3+ weeks of PTO and paid holidays
• Quarterly safety bonus
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development

Schedule

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Pay

$22 – $25 per hour