Chemical Operator I Job

Bostik; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Paid training and career development

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear advancement path

Job summary

Bostik in Ashland, Ohio is hiring Chemical Operators on 2nd or 3rd shift to support batch manufacturing of adhesives in a safety-focused environment.

The role progresses toward a Utility Operator through ongoing training and development, with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and dependability.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Safely batch manufacturing and packaging of adhesives and other chemical products.
• Follow all safety rules, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Stage and blend raw materials and charge into mixing vessels.
• Monitor reactions, process control systems, and quality.
• Fill, label, and package finished products; maintain documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and participate in safety meetings and training.
• Work overtime and shift-based requirements, including 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Safety mindset

Basic math

Team player

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Chemical Operator

Location: Ashland, Ohio

Department: Operations

Schedule: Full-Time | 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift | Overtime Available

Join Our Team

We are seeking motivated, safety-focused Chemical Operators to join our manufacturing team in Ashland, Ohio. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in chemical manufacturing with a clear advancement path.

Candidates may be hired at different operator levels based on qualifications and experience. Starting wage will be determined by experience, skills, and demonstrated capabilities. Regardless of entry level, all successful candidates must demonstrate the ability and willingness to progress into the Utility Operator role through training and performance development. This role supports operations across multiple production areas and requires flexibility, continuous learning, and a strong commitment to safety.

What You'll Do

As a Chemical Operator, you will safely batch manufacturing and packaging of adhesives and other specialty chemical products while maintaining quality, productivity, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities Include

• Following all safety rules, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Operating industrial forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Staging and compounding raw materials.
• Blending chemicals and powders.
• Charging liquid and powdered materials into mixing vessels.
• Monitoring chemical reactions and mixing processes.
• Operating and monitoring process control systems.
• Sampling products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Filling, labeling, and packaging finished products.
• Maintaining housekeeping and organization standards.
• Completing production documentation electronically and manually.
• Utilizing computerized inventory and production systems.
• Participating in safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement activities.
• Working overtime as required, including occasional 12-hour shifts.

Career Growth Opportunity

All operators are expected to develop the skills necessary to advance into our Utility Operator position. Utility Operators are cross‑trained throughout the facility and support production, warehousing, logistics, inventory management, bulk material handling, and shipping operations. Successful employees will receive ongoing training and development opportunities to build these capabilities.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and dependability.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, chemical suits, face shields, hard hats, and steel‑toed footwear.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred

• One or more years of manufacturing experience.
• Chemical manufacturing experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Strong attendance and performance history.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to learn new processes.

Shift Schedule

This Position Is Currently Available On

• 2nd Shift: Monday through Friday, 3:50 PM to 11:50 PM
• 3rd Shift: Sunday through Thursday, 11:50 PM to 7:50 AM

Candidates must be willing and able to work the shift assigned at hire. Overtime is required based on production needs and may include extended shifts, weekend work, and occasional 12-hour shifts.

Work Environment

This position is performed in an active chemical manufacturing environment. Employees regularly work around industrial equipment, forklifts, mixers, reactors, and chemical products while adhering to strict safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Successful Candidates Must Be Willing And Able To

• Work in hot, cold, and changing environmental conditions throughout the year.
• Work around industrial chemicals and manufacturing processes.
• Wear required PPE for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, climb stairs, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds safely.
• Work overtime and support operational needs as required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive starting wage based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skills.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid training and career development opportunities.
• Clear advancement path to Utility Operator and other operations roles.

About Bostik

Bostik is a leading global provider of innovative adhesive and sealant solutions serving the construction, industrial, and consumer markets. For more than 100 years, Bostik has developed smart bonding technologies that help improve the performance, durability, and sustainability of products used every day around the world. Bostik operates globally with manufacturing, research, and technical centers dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for customers across a wide range of industries.

Bostik is part of the Arkema Group, a global leader in specialty materials. With operations in more than 55 countries and thousands of employees worldwide, Arkema develops advanced materials and technologies that support industries such as construction, transportation, renewable energy, packaging, electronics, and consumer goods. Together, Arkema and Bostik are committed to innovation, safety, operational excellence, and creating sustainable solutions for a changing world.

At Bostik, our employees are our most valuable asset. We invest in training, career development, and continuous improvement while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. Joining our team means becoming part of a global organization that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

Learn More About Bostik And Arkema At

• www.bostik.com
• www.arkema.com