3rd Shift Chemical Batch Operator — Safe, Hands-On

Michelman, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Maternity/Parental leave

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Michelman, Inc. is seeking a dependable Chemical Operator for the 3rd shift in Cincinnati, OH. The role involves operating batch production equipment, following detailed work instructions, and maintaining safe, compliant operations.

You will monitor processes, perform basic quality checks, document results, and support continuous improvement while working with a safety-minded team in a tightly regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and able to read procedures.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment with safety focus.
• Ability to follow batch sheets, safety data sheets, and labels.
• Basic math, measurement, computer and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely manufacture chemical batches by following batch sheets and SOPs.
• Operate and monitor mixers, kettles, reactors, pumps, and packaging equipment.
• Measure, stage, load, unload, transfer, and package raw materials and finished products.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow, and product characteristics; document results.
• Collect samples, perform basic quality checks, adjust as needed.
• Complete production records, labels, checklists, and inventory transactions.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and safe changeovers.
• Identify abnormal conditions and escalate safety or quality concerns promptly.
• Participate in shift handoffs and continuous improvement activities.
• Support material handling, waste segregation, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Written procedures

Safety awareness

Quality checks

Documentation

Shift handoffs

Math accuracy

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mixers

Kettles

Reactors

Pumps

Filtration systems

Forklifts

Packaging equipment

Utilities

Job description

Michelman, Inc. is seeking a dependable Chemical Operator for the 3rd shift in Cincinnati, OH. The role involves operating batch production equipment, following detailed work instructions, and maintaining safe, compliant operations.

You will monitor processes, perform basic quality checks, document results, and support continuous improvement while working with a safety-minded team in a tightly regulated manufacturing environment.