2nd Shift Chemical Operator I (2:00pm-10:30pm)

KOST USA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

Kost USA is hiring a Chemical Operator in Cincinnati, Ohio. You will blend chemicals according to customer specifications and assist in other plant areas as needed.

You will unload and load products from bulk trucks and railcars, documenting lot numbers and communicating with the lab for approvals and corrections. Maintain a safe, organized work environment and perform routine testing to ensure blend quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a chemical manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong safety and quality adherence.
• Ability to read and follow blending sheets and procedures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds and operate in a plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures and safety guidelines in all tasks.
• Prepare chemical blends per customer specifications and record lot details.
• Load/unload products from bulk tanks and railcars per policies.
• Maintain organized and safe plant and warehouse areas.
• Conduct analytical testing to confirm blends meet quality specs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Quality

Dependability

Job description

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Star brite, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy-duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

Position Summary

The Chemical Operator position creates chemical blends (Blending) in accordance with customer specifications. Assists in other areas of the plant as needed.

The Chemical Operator position unloads and loads products from (Bulk) tank trucks and railcars in accordance with internal policies and procedures. Assists in other areas of the plant as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow all established procedures and abide by all safety and quality guidelines.

Blending Duties include:

• Verifies the tank to be used for the chemical blend.
• Follow all instructions on the blending sheet to create the chemical blend.
• Connect all proper hoses to tanks and pumps.
• On each blending sheet, employees record the lot number and amount of each additive used.
• Presents the blend sheet to the lab when finished. Communicate with the lab for blend approvals and/or corrections.
• Transfers approved product to storage vessel.
• Responsible for organizing additive bins.
• Maintains the plant and warehouse in an organized, safe and clean manner.
• Control/maintain Tank Farm raw material tank levels and inventories.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on Tank Farm equipment.
• Conduct analytical testing to confirm blends meet quality specifications.

Bulk Duties include:

• Inspect each truck or railcar before loading or unloading product.
• Check the calibration charts or set the meter for the proper volume.
• Take a sample and send it to the lab for processing.
• Connect hoses to filters, tank, and pumps.
• Load and unload with appropriate product.
• Seal and placard the truck or railcar when all paperwork is finished. Communicate to Operations Support Specialist that the loading or unloading is complete.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on Tank Farm equipment.
• Conduct analytical testing to confirm products meet quality specifications.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies to include:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Writes clearly and informatively; Responds well to questions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience:

Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing setting preferred.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use tools or controls and climb or balance. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 42 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and horizontally push up to 125 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to heat or cold. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

The company reserves the right to change or alter this job description at any time.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities – we prioritize internal promotions
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage and Telemedicine
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance program – support for continued education and professional development

Please note: A pre-employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing, is required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.