Chemical Operator

Aerotek; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Chemical Operator in Acworth, GA for a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role. You will perform kettle and holding tank washouts, manage raw material records, and submit samples for quality testing.

You will operate pumps, hoses, and transfer lines and must lift up to 50 pounds while following PPE requirements. The position requires adherence to production orders, material safety, and ongoing housekeeping in the compounding area.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical mixing, compounding, and batch making.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and wear appropriate PPE.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform kettle and holding tank washouts in compliance with department requirements.
• Record raw material requirements, lot/batch numbers, and quantities on paperwork and labels.
• Submit samples of formulas and raw materials to Quality Control for testing and approval.
• Ensure formula batches meet required specifications by following Production Order Instructions.
• Safely use pumps, hoses, transfer lines, and valves to transfer materials and formulas.
• Wear appropriate PPE and adhere to the Production Floor Employee Dress Code.
• Execute housekeeping in Compounding work areas to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Replace and maintain hoses, gaskets, and connectors to ensure safe material transfer.
• Assist in troubleshooting transfer pumps.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Manufacturing processes

Chemical mixing

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title: Chemical Operator Job Description

As a Chemical Operator, you will be responsible for performing kettle and holding tank washouts, recording raw material requirements, and ensuring formula batches meet required specifications. You will submit samples for quality testing and use tools like pumps and hoses to transfer materials safely. You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform kettle and holding tank washouts in compliance with department requirements.




• Record raw material requirements, lot/batch numbers, and quantities on paperwork and labels.




• Submit samples of formulas and raw materials to Quality Control for testing and approval.




• Ensure formula batches meet required specifications by following Production Order Instructions.




• Safely use pumps, hoses, transfer lines, and valves to transfer materials and formulas.




• Wear appropriate PPE and adhere to the Production Floor Employee Dress Code.




• Execute housekeeping in Compounding work areas to maintain a safe, clean environment.




• Replace and maintain hoses, gaskets, and connectors to ensure safe material transfer.




• Assist in troubleshooting transfer pumps.




• Operate forklift and pallet jack as needed.

Essential Skills

• Attention to detail




• Adherence to safety procedures




• Knowledge of manufacturing and production processes




• Experience in chemical mixing, compounding, and batch making




• Forklift operation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Chemical experience preferred




• Basic math, reading, and writing skills

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits along with a 401K plan with matching contributions and HSA contributions. Our supportive family culture offers PTO and vacation time, as well as opportunities for growth, where many supervisors have advanced from production positions.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, well-lit chemical environment. Shifts include 2nd shift from 2 pm to 10:30 pm and 3rd shift from 10:30 pm to 7 am (Sunday through Thursday).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Acworth, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision


• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital


• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available


• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


• Short and long-term disability


• Health Spending Account (HSA)


• Transportation benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Acworth,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.