Chemical Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring a Chemical Operator to run and monitor chemical processing equipment in a plant setting. You will oversee production cycles, ensure equipment performance, and follow safety procedures.

The role requires experience with chemical handling, ability to wear a respirator, and strong attention to safety. Comfortable with corrosives and acids and able to operate various industrial units with diligence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Background in chemical handling or production.
• Comfortable wearing a respirator.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial equipment.
• Experience working around corrosives and acids.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate various chemical processing units such as reactors, pumps, centrifuges, filtration systems, distillation units, and extraction equipment
• Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
• Monitor controls, gauges, and instrumentation throughout production cycles
• Make adjustments to valves and system settings based on readings and reactions
• Follow documented procedures to maintain safe and consistent operation
• Work around corrosives, acids, and other chemical substances using proper PPE, including a respirator
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area and support general mechanical tasks

Skills

Chemical handling

Industrial equipment familiarity

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with corrosives and acids

Attention to safety

Job description

Chemical Operator – $24–$25/hr

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

About the Role

Chemical Operator

This position involves running and monitoring chemical processing equipment in a plant environment. The Chemical Operator oversees full production cycles, maintains equipment performance, and ensures all tasks follow established procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

Chemical Operator

• Operate various chemical processing units such as reactors, pumps, centrifuges, filtration systems, distillation units, and extraction equipment
• Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
• Monitor controls, gauges, and instrumentation throughout production cycles
• Make adjustments to valves and system settings based on readings and reactions
• Follow documented procedures to maintain safe and consistent operation
• Work around corrosives, acids, and other chemical substances using proper PPE, including a respirator
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area and support general mechanical tasks

Preferred Experience & Skills

Chemical Operator

• Background in chemical handling or production
• Comfortable wearing a respirator
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial equipment
• Experience working around corrosives and acids
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to follow step-by-step procedures

Additional Details

Chemical Operator

• Interviews will be conducted directly with the supervisor
• Pay range:$24–$25 per hour

Chemical Operator