Chemical Operator — Production & Process Specialist

Croda Singapore; New Castle, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Croda is seeking a Union Operator for our New Castle, Delaware site. You will handle raw materials, operate vessels, and manage packaging while following SHE guidelines, cGMP, and safety procedures.

The role requires at least 3 years of chemical operator experience, a high school diploma, and basic math/reading skills. On-site work with equipment operation, maintenance prep, and emergency procedures is included.

Qualifications

• 3+ years chemical operator experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and reading comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications – 80%
• Operate the vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures
• Monitor temperature and pressure/charge and discharge raw materials/run boil outs
• Sample product by following sampling procedures (take sample to lab, get results, adjust batch as necessary)
• Record basic data on batch sheets
• Package the product
• Handle and locate chemicals – 10%
• Load and unload bulk/packaged materials (raw materials and finished products)
• Pick raw materials from storage & charge materials
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment
• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely in an environmentally sound manner including emergencies, start-up and shut down and OSHA related issues
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment and its use. Partner with Operations to safely manage the site maintenance process. Problems are usually complex in nature and require a high degree of troubleshooting skills. Problems can also include an advisory role in emergency situations.

Skills

Chemical operator experience

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fork truck license

Job description

Croda is seeking a Union Operator for our New Castle, Delaware site. You will handle raw materials, operate vessels, and manage packaging while following SHE guidelines, cGMP, and safety procedures.

The role requires at least 3 years of chemical operator experience, a high school diploma, and basic math/reading skills. On-site work with equipment operation, maintenance prep, and emergency procedures is included.