Chemical Operator

Fuchs Lubricants Co.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift diff

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth in a global company

Dynamic, supportive team environment

Job summary

FUCHS Lubricants Co. is seeking a manufacturing professional in the United States to support blending, packaging, and production with strict safety and quality standards. You will operate mixers, pumps, and mills, follow batch tickets, and use SAP for inventory and production data.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3+ years in manufacturing, and ability to lift 50 lbs. The company offers competitive pay, shift differential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a global

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical experience a plus.
• 3+ years in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with compounding, blending, or mixing.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Always wear required PPE.
• Operate forklifts or pallet jacks to move packaging materials.
• Blend raw materials into products based on customer specs.
• Follow batch instructions to ensure consistency and quality.
• Operate mixers, pumps, and mills via analog and HMI controls.
• Input material movements into SAP to manage inventory and production data.
• Load and unload bulk tanker trucks and operate a spotter truck.
• Unload railcar raw materials.
• Label and fill packaging items in compliance with company, DOT, and OSHA standards.
• Measure and weigh chemicals accurately into designated containers.
• Complete batch tickets and manufacturing logs to ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Report damaged or missing inventory to supervisors.
• Support other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Blend/mix experience

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Why FUCHS? Because Your Success Moves Us.

At FUCHS, we believe in empowering people to grow, innovate, and thrive. Our culture is built on trust, respect, integrity, and creativity—and we back it up with real opportunities for development, a strong work/life balance, and the freedom to make an impact. When you join FUCHS, you’re not just taking a job—you’re launching a career.

Salary

FUCHS offers competitive pay commensurate with experience in a similar position. The range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00 per hour, but actual compensation will vary depending upon a new hire’s experience and qualifications as well as internal equity.

Your Responsibilities

• Always wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Safely operate forklifts or pallet jacks to retrieve and move packaging materials.
• Blend raw materials into high-quality products based on precise customer specs.
• Follow detailed batch instructions to ensure consistency and quality.
• Operate mixers, pumps, and mills through analog and HMI controls.
• Using an RF Scanner, input material movements into SAP software to manage inventory and production data.
• Load and unload bulk tanker trucks and operate a spotter truck.
• Unload railcar raw materials.
• Label and fill packaging items in compliance with company, DOT, and OSHA standards.
• Accurately measure and weigh chemicals into designated containers, following detailed instructions.
• Complete batch tickets and manufacturing logs to ensure full compliance with company policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area at all times.
• Report any damaged or missing inventory to supervisors promptly.
• Support other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications we are looking for

• High School Diploma or equivalent (technical experience a plus).
• 3+ years in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with compounding, blending, or mixing required.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in varying temperatures.
• Basic computer skills (SAP, MS Office).
• A self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures, from hot to cold.

What You’ll Get

• A dynamic, supportive team environment.
• Competitive pay and shift differential.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details here: https://fuchs.com/us/en/benefits).
• Career growth in a global company that values your ideas and initiative.

Ready to move your world with us?

Apply today and become part of a company that's shaping the future of lubrication technology—one batch at a time.

FUCHS Lubricants Co. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v).