Chemical Manufacturing Apprentice

Cleanslate Group; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

PTO and birthday leave

Job summary

Cleanslate is actively recruiting a Chemical Manufacturing Apprentice to join our Production team in Linden, NJ. No experience required – 100% paid training provided! This role offers hands-on training, weekly pay, and opportunities for advancement within the first year.

You will learn to safely handle, measure, and mix raw materials, review batch requirements, and operate batching equipment while following strict safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• No prior chemical manufacturing experience required; full training provided.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and following procedures.
• Willingness to learn new skills and grow within the company.
• Basic math skills with weights and measurements.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely handle, measure, and mix raw materials used in chemical manufacturing.
• Review production batch requirements and follow managers' instructions.
• Collect and stage raw materials needed for production batches.
• Accurately weigh and measure raw materials and complete proper documentation.
• Learn to operate batching equipment, including pumps, hoses, mixers, and other production machinery.
• Follow safety guidelines when working with hazardous chemicals.
• Use PPE and maintain a safe working environment.
• Follow SOPs and production instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete assigned production tasks accurately and on time.

Skills

Paid training

Safety culture

Willingness to learn

Basic math

Team player

Job description

Description

Cleanslate is actively recruiting a Chemical Manufacturing Apprentice to join our Production team in Linden, NJ! No experience required – 100% paid training provided!

Cleanslate is a leading provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions to the institutional, commercial, and retail markets since 2004. Our focuses include manufacturing and distribution of products as well as service and training for our customers. We strive to exceed our objectives of helping to drive greater customer satisfaction.

What We Offer

• 100% paid, hands‑on training – no experience required


• Opportunities for growth and advancement within your first year


• Weekly pay


• Employer‑subsidized Health and Dental, FREE Vision and Life Insurance


• Generous 401(k) Matching


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off as well as paid birthday time off

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely handle, measure, and mix raw materials used in chemical manufacturing.


• Review production batch requirements and follow managers' instructions.


• Collect and stage raw materials needed for production batches.


• Accurately weigh and measure raw materials and complete proper documentation.


• Learn to operate batching equipment, including pumps, hoses, mixers, and other production machinery.


• Strictly follow all safety guidelines and procedures when working with hazardous chemicals.


• Properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and maintain a safe working environment.


• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and production instructions.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.


• Complete assigned production tasks accurately and on time.


• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills/Attributes

• No prior chemical manufacturing experience required – full training provided!


• Strong commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.


• Willingness to learn new skills and grow within the company.


• Basic math skills and ability to work with weights and measurements.


• Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed instructions.


• Keen attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced environment.


• Highly dependable, punctual, organized, and a team player.


• Strong communication skills and ability to ask questions when clarification is needed.


• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or production experience is a plus, but not required.


• Forklift and pallet jack experience is a plus, but not required.


• Bilingual preferred – English/Spanish.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour, with opportunities for incremental increases throughout the first year based on performance, commitment, and skill development. Employees who consistently meet expectations and demonstrate continued growth may earn up to $20.00 per hour within their first year.

This position is currently accepting applications.