Chemical Operator 1st Shift

Daubert Chemical Company; Forest View (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Daubert Chemical Company in Forest View, Illinois, is seeking an Operator to join their team. In this role, you will operate chemical processing equipment to mix and blend product batches, ensuring safety and quality throughout the process. With a supportive environment, this position requires a strong background in chemical manufacturing and the ability to work effectively in a team.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least 3 years of experience, and mechanical aptitude. Responsibilities include following production schedules and participating in equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of chemical manufacturing experience in a batch environment.
• Strong problem-solving ability and efficient time management.
• Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment to formulate products.
• Track production schedules and follow batch sheet instructions.
• Prepare finished products for shipping and label them accurately.

Skills

Chemical manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to perform accurate math calculations

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valves

Pumps

Flow meters

PLCs

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to build a long-term career with a company that values fairness, reliability, continuous improvement, and genuine care for its people? Join the Daubert Chemical team as an Operator at our family-owned chemical manufacturing plant. With a team of 125 employees, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment where each person plays a vital role in our success. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for mixing and blending product batches with a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. Bring your chemical manufacturing experience to Daubert.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment to formulate standard or custom products according to product specifications.
• Track the production schedule and follow batch sheet instructions to set up, weigh, measure, and mix raw materials in proper sequence.
• Add ingredients manually or with pumps and meters, accurately record information on the batch sheet, and submit samples to QA.
• Prepare approved finished product for the container and label it for shipping.
• Learn and safely execute formulation procedures for the Production Department.

Additional Job Duties

• Perform activities to safely clean, secure and maintain equipment and work areas; participate in housekeeping per 5S (sweep, mop, dust, organize).
• Follow all work instructions, SOPs, and safety rules, including use of PPE; respirator use is required for certain batches.
• Troubleshoot equipment, respond to system notifications, and make required adjustments as needed.

Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum 3 years of chemical manufacturing experience in a batch environment with chemical reactions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; reads, writes, and speaks English; works well in a team and able to follow directions.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with valves, pumps, flow meters, condensers, sensors, PLCs, filters, etc.
• Good problem-solving ability and efficient time management within shift directives.
• Ability to perform accurate math calculations.
• Ability to be trained and safely operate a forklift.
• Punctuality and excellent attendance are expected.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical and work environment demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently reach with both hands and arms. Speaking and hearing are required. You may need to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The worker must regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Passing a respirator fitting and pulmonary fit test is required.

Relocation assistance is not available. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Daubert Chemical Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.

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