Chemical Mix Operator I

Thatcher Company; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

PTO and holidays

HSA/FSA available

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thatcher Chemical is seeking a Chemical Mix Operator for the Day Shift to produce and blend chemicals safely and efficiently at our Buckeye, Arizona facility. You will follow established recipes, operate plant equipment, and help maintain a safe, clean work environment while meeting quality standards.

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, wear PPE, and work flexible hours. Thatcher offers a profit-sharing retirement plan, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, PTO, HSA/FSA,

Qualifications

• Desire and demonstrated ability to work safely and promote safety practices.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English well for safety and operations.
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail and learn additional skills with experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed.
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes.
• Load and unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and all other containers.
• Regularly lift 50 pounds.
• Operate pumps, mixers, and blenders.
• Operate forklift.
• Keep work area clean.
• Light maintenance.

Skills

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pumps

Mixers

Blenders

Forklift

Job description

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

The Chemical Mix Operator position will be responsible for all production, blending, loading, and unloading of all plant chemicals. Plant operator will need to understand and operate all plant processes and procedures, while keeping a safe and clean working environment.

Chemical Mix Operator - Day Shift

Role Responsibilities.

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes
• Load and unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and all other containers
• Regularly lift 50 pounds
• Operate pumps, mixers, and blenders
• Operate forklift
• Keep work area clean
• Light maintenance

Key Responsibilities

• Desire and demonstrated ability to work safely and promote safety and safe work practices.
• Be quality conscious.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language well. This is a safety as well as an operational issue.
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail and learn additional skills with experience.
• Capacity to work in extreme conditions (temperature) and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Flexibility to work varying hours or shifts if necessary.
• Experience in manufacturing environment including use of tools and equipment is preferred.
• Ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical resistant gloves and boots, safety glasses, hard hat, face shield, full-face respirator (if required), chemical splash suit (overalls and jacket).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment. Why Join Thatcher?
• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan – up to 25% of salary annually, fully funded by the company
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/FSA
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• A growth-focused career path with a stable, thriving company
• A supportive, values-driven culture where your success matters

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. As an affirmative action employer under E.O. 11246, we invite all applicants to identify themselves on the following page.

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