Chemical Operator

Aerotek; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Contract to Hire

Onsite in New Castle

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Chemical Operator for a day shift in New Castle, DE. The role involves batch making, mixing, and loading raw materials, with a focus on safety and quality. Expect to work in a small team, follow SOPs, and support production through various duties.

The position is contract to hire, pays $22–$25 per hour, and offers weekly pay. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, operate lifting equipment, and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, batching, mixing, or production environments.
• Experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Sit-down forklift experience and ability to safely move materials throughout the facility.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, or warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Basic math skills required for weighing, measuring, and verifying material quantities.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, walk, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment, raw materials, and production processes.
• Ability to wear required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and manufacture chemical batches according to formulas, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and verify raw material quantities using basic math skills.
• Load raw materials into mixing equipment and monitor production processes.
• Operate and clean mixers, pumps, tanks, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Complete production documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and GMP/manufacturing guidelines.
• Inspect materials and finished products for quality and consistency.
• Assist with general production, housekeeping, and facility organization.
• Support shipping, receiving, inventory management, and material handling activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure production schedules and priorities are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the operation.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Equipment operation

Forklift experience

Shipping/inventory

SOP adherence

Attention to detail

Basic math

Lifting up to 50 lbs

PPE use

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Aerotek is hiring IMMEDIATELY for a Chemical Operator. This is a day shift position offering weekly pay.

Shift: 7AM-3PM M-F

Pay: $22-25/hour (based on experience)

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Chemical Operator to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for batch making, mixing, and loading raw materials while ensuring all products are produced according to established quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have previous manufacturing experience, the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), and strong attention to detail when measuring, weighing, and verifying materials. This is a small team environment where employees work closely together and are expected to support one another. Team members may occasionally be asked to assist with duties outside of their primary responsibilities to help meet production goals and support overall operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and manufacture chemical batches according to formulas, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and verify raw material quantities using basic math skills.
• Load raw materials into mixing equipment and monitor production processes.
• Operate and clean mixers, pumps, tanks, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Complete production documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and GMP/manufacturing guidelines.
• Inspect materials and finished products for quality and consistency.
• Assist with general production, housekeeping, and facility organization.
• Support shipping, receiving, inventory management, and material handling activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure production schedules and priorities are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the operation.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, batching, mixing, or production environments.
• Experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Sit-down forklift experience and ability to safely move materials throughout the facility.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, or warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Basic math skills required for weighing, measuring, and verifying material quantities.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, walk, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment, raw materials, and production processes.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work Here?

Joining this team offers you the chance to work in a collaborative environment where every team member supports one another. You will gain experience in a recently acquired company, providing an opportunity to be part of its growth and development. The company values safety and quality, ensuring a stable and reliable work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Castle, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Castle,DE.

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.