Chemical Operator

Kelly Services; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Chemical Operator for the Bowling Green, Ohio facility. The role is on the 3rd shift (10:00pm–7:30am) with a $24 hourly wage and a $1 shift differential, direct hire with full benefits.

You will manufacture microbial products, monitor fermenters, and assist in downstream processing, with responsibility for SOPs, batch records, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime.
• Experience in chemical/fermentation processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate fermentation and downstream equipment.
• Follow SOPs and complete batch records.
• Monitor fermentation and perform sampling.
• Operate autoclave, pumps, valves as needed.
• Support safety training and keep area clean.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fermentation

Pumps & valves

PLC/HMI

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave

Forklift

Job description

Chemical Operator

Work Schedule: 3rd Shift: 10:00pm-7:30am
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Job Status: Direct Hire/Full Benefits
Salary: $24 per hour + shift differential $1.00 with potential pay increases

The Chemical Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing of microbial products, monitoring the downstream process of the fermenters.

Job Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Ensure standard operating procedures are followed and reviewed
• Ensure batch records are completed
• Pulling of correct raw materials for fermentation
• Assist in monitoring of fermentation inventory
• Assist in downstream processing of fermentors; (centrifugation, spray drying)
• Assist in preventative maintenance of fermentation equipment
• Ensure department is clean and organized at all times and free of hazards and safety violations
• Operation of forklifts as required
• Batching of media for fermentation runs
• SIP, CIP of fermentors
• Work odd shifts as required
• Labeling of fermentation vessel pipes and valves
• Participate in safety training programs
• Monitoring of in process fermentation
• Assist with microscopic observation of bacteria example: harvest of batch
• Ensuring fermentation equipment is labelled
• Using of the autoclave for fermentation addition bottles example: acid, base, defoamer bottles
• Assist in the training of new technicians
• Strong knowledge of pressure vessels
• Strong knowledge of pump and pumping operations
• The ability to identify different types of valves and how they operate, (both pneumatic and hand valves)
• Strong trouble shooting skills in both mechanical and electrical applications
• Basic sampling skills
• Chemical Operator experience preferred
• Preferred confined space, lock out tag out training
• Experience working with boilers a plus
• Experience working with PLC’s and HMI a plus

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work odd shift and Overtime as needed