Chemical Operator

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

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Chemical Operator in Savannah, GA for a temp-to-permanent opportunity. You will operate and monitor production equipment, support hazardous materials handling, and maintain production records in a safety-focused team environment.

The role features a 24/7 rotating schedule with overtime, and potential permanent placement based on performance. Prior experience in chemical processing and strong attendance are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced chemical processing environment.
• Safety-focused and team-oriented.
• Able to operate and monitor production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment, including pumps, valves, filters, compressors, dryers, and related plant systems.
• Load and unload tank trucks and railcars while following all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Operate a forklift and perform routine equipment inspections, basic troubleshooting, and housekeeping duties.
• Conduct product quality checks, perform analytical testing, and maintain accurate production records.
• Report hazards, follow written and verbal instructions, and support safe daily plant operations.
• Assist with process improvements and other operational tasks as assigned by supervision.

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Chemical Operator for a temp-to-permanent opportunity in Savannah, GA. This role is ideal for a dependable manufacturing professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced chemical processing environment and committed to safety, quality, and teamwork.

The Chemical Operator will operate and monitor production equipment, support hazardous materials handling activities, load and unload tank trucks and railcars, perform equipment checks, and maintain accurate production records. This opportunity offers a structured rotating schedule, competitive hourly pay, and the potential for permanent placement based on performance.

This is a strong fit for candidates who value a safety-focused workplace, supportive supervision, clear operating procedures, and a team-oriented environment where strong attendance, communication, and accountability are recognized.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment, including pumps, valves, filters, compressors, dryers, and related plant systems.
• Load and unload tank trucks and railcars while following all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Operate a forklift and perform routine equipment inspections, basic troubleshooting, and housekeeping duties.
• Conduct product quality checks, perform analytical testing, and maintain accurate production records.
• Report hazards, follow written and verbal instructions, and support safe daily plant operations.
• Assist with process improvements and other operational tasks as assigned by supervision.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate: $28 per hour.
• Job type: Contract/Temporary, temp-to-permanent opportunity.
• Location: Savannah, GA.
• Schedule: Must be available to work a 24/7 rotating shift schedule, including overtime.
• 28-day rotation includes 4 consecutive night shifts followed by 3 days off, 3 consecutive day shifts followed by 1 day off, 3 consecutive night shifts followed by 3 days off, and 4 consecutive day shifts followed by 7 consecutive days off.
• Opportunity for permanent placement based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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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.