Chemical Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks a skilled Chemical Operator for a temp-to-hire role in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment in Savannah, GA. This hands-on position focuses on operating processing equipment, supporting plant operations, and maintaining quality, teamwork, and housekeeping standards.

The role offers a strong pathway to full-time Operator placement based on performance. Candidates should value safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Chemical Operator experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including ratios, rates, percentages, and graph interpretation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment, including pumps, valves, filters, screens, compressors, dryers, and related production systems.
• Follow SOPs and safety requirements to support safe, efficient operations.
• Load/unload tank trucks and rail cars; perform pumping operations; operate forklifts as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and support maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Maintain production records and verify product quality and quantity.

Skills

Operate equipment

Load transfer

Troubleshoot downtime

Record quality data

Follow SOPs

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Chemical Operator for a temp-to-hire opportunity in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment in Savannah, GA. This hands-on role is ideal for a safety-focused production professional with experience operating chemical processing equipment, supporting plant operations, and maintaining high standards for quality, teamwork, and housekeeping. As a Chemical Operator, you will work directly with chemical products, production systems, and plant equipment while supporting reliable, efficient, and safe manufacturing operations. This opportunity offers a strong pathway to full-time Operator placement based on performance and business needs. Candidates who value stability, supportive teamwork, continuous improvement, and a safety-first culture will be well positioned for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment, including pumps, valves, filters, screens, compressors, dryers, and related production systems.
• Follow standard operating procedures, best manufacturing practices, and plant safety requirements to support safe and efficient operations.
• Load and unload tank trucks and rail cars, perform pumping operations, and operate forklifts as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform basic maintenance support, and help prevent production shutdowns.
• Maintain accurate production records, complete basic analytical testing, and verify product quality and quantity.
• Identify and report safety concerns, maintain excellent housekeeping standards, and support team members in daily plant operations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour.
• Job Type: Temp-to-hire.
• Location: Savannah, GA.
• Schedule: Must be able to work 24/7 rotating shifts, all shifts, and overtime as required.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Operate chemical manufacturing equipment and support daily plant production activities.
• Load, unload, pump, and transfer materials involving tank trucks, rail cars, and chemical processing systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment, support maintenance needs, and help reduce downtime.
• Maintain production records, follow SOPs, and support quality and safety standards.
• 3 or more years of Chemical Operator experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production manufacturing environment required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including ratios, rates, percentages, and graph interpretation.
• Ability to interpret written instructions, oral instructions, diagrams, and production schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated good work habits, including reliable attendance, strong safety awareness, and good housekeeping.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to work from heights and in small or confined spaces.
• Ability to wear a face mask or face shield when required.
• Willingness to work hands-on with chemical products and manufacturing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP basic knowledge preferred.
• Forklift experience or certification preferred, with certification provided as applicable.
• Prior experience loading and unloading tank trucks or rail cars preferred.
• Experience performing basic analytical testing in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment preferred.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.