Chemical Operator I Leland

Amyris, Inc.; Leland (NC); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare access

Mental wellness benefits

Family leave

Discounted fitness memberships

Education reimbursement

Flexible paid time off

17 paid holidays

10 paid sick days

Volunteer days

Bereavement

Job summary

Amyris, Inc. in Leland, NC is seeking a Chemical Operator to handle materials and operate equipment in a chemical processing plant. You will monitor production, follow processing instructions, and maintain safety and quality in every batch.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and 2+ years in chemical processing. Candidates must be onsite in Leland, NC with a rotating 12-hour shift.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in chemistry or engineering is preferred.
• Experience in chemical processing/manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs and audits.
• Follow GMP guidelines for cosmetics ingredients and processing instructions.
• Document data, report variances, and maintain process records.
• Load/unload materials and operate reactors, pumps, and centrifuges.
• Monitor reactions and wear appropriate PPE; notify supervisors of deviations.
• Work twelve-hour rotating shifts (day/night).

Skills

Safety procedures

Process monitoring

Documentation

Shift work

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in chemistry or engineering

Job description

At Amyris, we value that everyone’s career journey is unique and authentic to who they are. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply and grow alongside us! You may be just the right candidate for this or other open roles.

We are seeking a Chemical Operator to join our facility in Leland, North Carolina. As a chemical operator, you will handle materials and operate equipment to control chemical reactions in a chemical processing plant. The operator monitors the production process to ensure the plant runs safely and efficiently. The role of the incumbent is to use knowledge and skills in operating chemical process equipment to fulfill the production needs of the organization and to perform those tasks as required by the operating instructions of each batch.

Location Requirement

This position is based onsite in Leland, NC. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of the worksite. Relocation assistance is not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting safety audits.
• Follow all company policies and procedures pertaining to ISO 22716-Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) guidelines for cosmetics ingredients.
• Follow processing instructions, document all requested data and report all variances and unexpected results immediately to supervisor.
• Perform routine maintenance and general housekeeping. Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the work area, meeting quality department housekeeping standards.
• Perform tasks necessary to maintain SWP3 and SPCC compliance in handling storm water.
• Handle projects from start to finish per processing instructions and training.
• Load and unload raw materials, intermediates, and finished products into and out of various storage tanks and pieces of process equipment including reactors, pumps, and centrifuges.
• Operate a variety of process and utility support equipment properly.
• Monitor reactions properly and keep accurate and thorough records.
• Be familiar with the hazards and characteristics of all materials and reactions used in assigned projects.
• Notify supervisors anytime questions arise or when the process deviates from plans.
• Be knowledgeable about the hazards and characteristics of all materials used in assigned projects (found on SDS and SOP documents) and wear approved PPE.
• Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts on a rotating schedule which includes days and night.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in chemistry or engineering preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in chemical processing and manufacturing.
• Familiarity in chemical processing and manufacturing.

Physical Qualifications

• At times you might be exposed to various weather conditions and could be required to wear a respirator.
• Ability to frequently move around for long periods of time.
• Ability to regularly grasp items and use both fine and gross hand manipulations.
• Regularly lift/move items up to 50lbs.

The hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is: $18.27 to $23.08.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Amyris is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyris complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Amyris is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis, and will vary based on the candidate’s skills, depth of experience and specific work location.

Amyris is committed to providing a diverse array of inclusive benefits and perks to support employees and their families’ wellbeing including access to robust healthcare, mental wellness benefits, family leave, discounted fitness memberships, education reimbursement, flexible paid time off, 17 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and additional paid time off including 3 volunteer days, and bereavement.

• access to robust healthcare
• mental wellness benefits
• family leave
• discounted fitness memberships
• education reimbursement
• flexible paid time off
• 17 paid holidays
• 10 paid sick days
• additional paid time off including 3 volunteer days
• bereavement

What may Candidates Expect from Amyris?

At Amyris, we strive to provide a transparent and professional hiring experience. Our interview process typically includes a combination of in-person meetings and phone conversations. Genuine job offers are always communicated by an authorized member of our Human Resources team before being sent via email. Please note that all official communication from Amyris employees will come from an email address ending in "@amyris.com" or from "[e-mail]".