Sr. Production Associate

Avantor; Sidney; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation

Extended health coverage

RRSP with company matching

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Seastar Chemicals, an Avantor company, seeks a Sr. Production Associate to join our Sidney, BC production team. You will safely handle chemical feedstocks, operate and maintain production equipment, and ensure high‑purity product quality in a clean, safety‑focused environment.

You will also support inventory management, preparation and packaging, and collaborate with Maintenance and Warehouse teams to meet safety and productivity goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education in Chemistry or a related field is an asset.
• 3–5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or processing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures for corrosive chemicals, including acids and bases.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience working with industrial equipment, pumps, piping, pneumatic systems, or related machinery.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues in a production environment.
• Understanding of clean‑room or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, transfer, and process chemical feedstocks, acids, and bases in accordance with established safety procedures and operating guidelines.
• Calculate and produce finished products and custom chemical solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment—including pumps, stills, chillers, neutralization systems, and scrubber systems—to ensure safe, efficient operations and product quality.
• Support inventory management of feedstocks, waste materials, drums, and related production supplies.
• Assist with weekend and emergency production coverage as required.
• Perform bottle preparation, filling, labeling, packaging, and shipping activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshoot equipment

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Pumps

Piping

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Position

Sr. Production Associate

Location

Sydney, BC

Opportunity

Seastar Chemicals, an Avantor company, is seeking a Sr. Production Associate to join our Production team in Sidney, BC. In this hands‑on role, you'll support the safe production, handling, packaging, and movement of high‑purity chemical products while helping ensure operational excellence in a clean, safety‑focused manufacturing environment. If you enjoy working with specialized equipment, solving problems, and contributing to a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Safely handle, transfer, and process chemical feedstocks, acids, and bases in accordance with established safety procedures and operating guidelines.
• Calculate and produce finished products and custom chemical solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment—including pumps, stills, chillers, neutralization systems, and scrubber systems—to ensure safe, efficient operations and product quality.
• Support inventory management of feedstocks, waste materials, drums, and related production supplies.
• Assist with weekend and emergency production coverage as required.
• Perform bottle preparation, filling, labeling, packaging, and shipping activities.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain production, packaging, and warehouse areas to clean‑room standards.
• Maintain accurate production, packaging, inventory, and shipping records.
• Provide operational support and coverage for Packaging Technicians and Warehouse personnel when needed.
• Prepare empty drums for resale and maintain outdoor production areas, including silos and trench drains.
• Follow all company safety policies, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Participate in required training and certification activities.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to achieve operational and service goals.
• Support waste reduction efforts through material reprocessing and maintain accurate inventory records for feedstocks, reprocessed materials, waste streams, and drums.
• Contribute ideas and solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education in Chemistry or a related field is an asset.
• 3–5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or processing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures for corrosive chemicals, including acids and bases.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience working with industrial equipment, pumps, piping, pneumatic systems, or related machinery.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues in a production environment.
• Understanding of clean‑room or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to safely move and handle heavy materials, including drums.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and wiring is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to safety.

Why join Seastar?

At Seastar, you'll be part of a team dedicated to producing high‑purity chemical solutions in a safety‑first environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth are valued.

Benefits

• Three weeks’ vacation entitlement + 11 paid statutory holidays
• Paid sick days
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (paid by Seastar)
• Fertility and family‑building benefits (paid by Seastar)
• Group RRSP with company matching
• Volunteer Time Off program
• Employee stock purchase program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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Pay Transparency

The expected pre‑tax pay for this position is $48,500.00 - $78,775.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.