Chemical Operator

Austin Powder; McArthur Township (OH); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking a multi-skilled operator to join its chemical production team in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. You will operate equipment, load materials, perform basic quality checks, and maintain orderly work areas while adhering to SOPs and safety protocols.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, be able to work overtime and rotating shifts, and possess at least 1 year of chemical operations experience, preferably in explosive or chemical manufacturing, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to use Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts.
• Self-starter able to work independently or in a team.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1 year of experience in chemical operations.
• Prior experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical production equipment and loading machinery.
• Handle and package finished goods and load raw materials.
• Monitor production processes and perform basic quality checks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Log production data and report equipment issues to supervision.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols without deviation.
• Cross-train into all positions within the PETN process; lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, wear PPE.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Chemical aptitude

Communication skills

Organization/Record-keeping

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Pressure tolerance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate chemical production equipment and loading machinery.
• Handle and package finished goods and load raw materials.
• Monitor production processes and perform basic quality checks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Log production data and report equipment issues to supervision.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols without deviation.
• Crosstrain into all positions within the PETN process. Lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, and wear required PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts.
• Must be a self-starter and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1 year of experience in chemical operations.
• Prior experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Mechanically inclined.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical and chemical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and report issues accurately.
• High attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing conditions.

Work Environment

Industrial chemical manufacturing setting.

Exposure to loud noise, chemical odors, and varying temperatures.

Physically demanding role requiring standing, climbing, lifting, and wearing PPE.

Fast-paced, safety-focused environment with strict compliance standards.

Required to wear protective gear including gloves, safety glasses, respirators, and uniforms.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.