Acrylic Production Operator - Safety-Focused, Hands-On Impact

Lubrizol IMEA; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus plans

401(k) match

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, parental leav

Flexible work environment

Learning and development

Career growth

Inclusive culture and community

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Gastonia, NC, is hiring a full-time plant Operator for a 12-hour straight shift on-site. The role is part of the Advanced Materials division, producing a liquid acrylic polymer emulsion used in coatings and latex products.

You will safely operate reactors and filtration equipment, package and ship orders, perform routine maintenance requests, keep work areas clean, and follow safety procedures and SAP/ERP documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a plant operator in chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lb and climb stairs/ladders.
• Must be medically fit to wear a negative pressure respirator.
• Basic math skills and reading comprehension.
• Effective communication with team members.
• Complete safety training courses offered by management.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently filter finished latex from reactors to storage tanks and document results.
• Package and ship customer bulk orders, calculate tanker inputs/outputs, inspect tankers, and prepare tickets.
• Pack drum orders with proper sampling, labeling, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Operate pumps, lines, hoses and filtration equipment; coordinate maintenance requests.
• Check and maintain the scrubber system daily and record QC results.
• Store raw materials and finished products in an organized, safe manner.
• Keep work and warehouse areas clean and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Safety awareness

Lifting 55 lb

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lubrizol Corporation in Gastonia, NC, is hiring a full-time plant Operator for a 12-hour straight shift on-site. The role is part of the Advanced Materials division, producing a liquid acrylic polymer emulsion used in coatings and latex products.

You will safely operate reactors and filtration equipment, package and ship orders, perform routine maintenance requests, keep work areas clean, and follow safety procedures and SAP/ERP documentation.