Chemical Operator (04/25)

InChem; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level Chemical Operators to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will operate various chemical plant machines, ensuring safety and efficiency in chemical processes. Your responsibilities will include monitoring instruments, adjusting valves, and troubleshooting equipment issues. This company values safety above all, boasting an impressive record of years without incidents. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a bonus program, this is an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in the chemical manufacturing sector. Join a team that prioritizes innovation and safety in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Ten paid holidays

Bonus program

Company incentive program

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a high school diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical plant machines and processes.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain logs of gauge readings and troubleshoot equipment problems.

Skills

Operating chemical plant machines

Monitoring instruments

Adjusting valves and gauges

Interpreting chemical reactions

Troubleshooting process problems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Chemical process equipment

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available.

InChem has been a leading supplier of chemical toll manufacturing services for over 30 years. InChem has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services/products in the industry.

InChem’s number ONE priority is SAFETY. The company has industry-leading practices and a commitment to continuous improvement in every area of business. As a result of that commitment, our company has achieved an impressive safety milestone – 7 YEARS WITHOUT A LOST WORKDAY INCIDENT. Our employees, customers, and other stakeholders know that “The InChem way is the SAFE way!”

As a team member of InChem, you will receive a very competitive salary package PLUS a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision. InChem also offers their employees a bonus program, a company incentive program, and a 401K plan that is accompanied by a company match. Other benefits include Paid Time Off, TEN (10) paid holidays each calendar year, and many other benefits.

InChem is located in Rock Hill SC, which is approximately 25 miles south of Charlotte NC and approximately 70 miles north of Columbia SC. Rock Hill offers scenic riverfront views along the Catawba River and is home to numerous nature trails, restaurants, and thirty-one parks which are used for both national and local events. Its historic downtown consists of twelve contiguous buildings built as early as 1840, offering dining and retail options. The city is also home to three colleges, including Winthrop University, a public liberal arts university founded in 1886 which enrolls nearly 6,000 students annually.

CHEMICAL OPERATOR OPPORTUNITY:

We’re looking for full-time entry-level CHEMICAL OPERATORS. The CHEMICAL OPERATOR is responsible for operating chemical plant machines and entire chemical processes. Monitors instruments, adjusts valves and gauges, and interprets chemical reactions.

Some of the daily duties include:

• Operate a variety of process equipment, including reaction systems, distillation systems, filters, extractors, reactors, pumps, and centrifuges in compliance with prescribed operating procedures.
• Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products into and out of process equipment.
• Set up and adjust indicating and controlling devices.
• Monitor and record reactions, noting changes in chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances.
• Adjust valves and controls to maintain system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels.
• Maintain log of gauge readings, shift production, and equipment malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot process and/or equipment problems.

The CHEMICAL OPERATOR may be exposed to loud noises, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals (including high and low pH), flammable materials, high, precarious places, and moving mechanical parts. The chemical operator also may be exposed to extreme temperatures within the working environment, including outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid conditions. The CHEMICAL OPERATOR must understand the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and understand that certain procedures will require the use of enhanced personal protective equipment such as a fit tested, full-face respirator.

The CHEMICAL OPERATOR must navigate stairs and/or ladders and must lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and lift and/or move greater than 55 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The CHEMICAL OPERATOR is required to have a high school diploma or GED and have one year of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent.

The CHEMICAL OPERATOR shifts are:

1st shift Mon. to Fri. 445am to 1pm
2nd shift Mon. to Fri. 1145am to 8pm
3rd shift Mon. to Thurs. 730pm to 530

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

InChem Rock Hill LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

CONTACT/APPLICATION INFORMATION:

To apply for one of our chemical operator roles, please submit your application via our website www.inchemcorp.com or apply in person at 800 Cel River Rd, Rock Hill SC.