Production Operator I

Responsibilities

• Operate pumps for chemical flow process
• Operate dryers
• Operate filtration equipment for chemical process
• Operate chemical reactors and crystallizers
• Operate industrial process equipment, blending, packing and shipping materials
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, conveyor, etc.)
• Inventory, collect and analyze data
• Participate on the Company’s emergency response team
• Adhere to the safety, environmental & Quality programs of the Company

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D required
• Prior experience working with and around chemicals preferred
• Will be required to become certified in Hazardous Material Operations, Fire Brigade, First Responder, and confined space entry rescue training (sponsored by the company)
• Must be able to meet the Essential Physical Functions for the position (including lifting 75 pounds)
• Candidates selected for the job will be subject to a background check and drug test
• Due to the nature of work with ITAR‑controlled items, this position requires access to technical data and hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR); all applicants must be a "U.S. person" (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees)

Pay

Starting wage: $29.80 per hour, with wage increases at 3, 6, 12, 18, and 24 month periods based on performance.

Schedule

Working 12‑hour shifts from 7 am to 7 pm, rotating between days and nights monthly. Shift pattern is 2‑on, 2‑off, 3‑on, 2‑off, providing every other weekend off.

Benefits

• Three health insurance options: HDHP with HSA or two no‑deductible health plans
• Dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, EAP
• 401(k) match
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays
• Pension