Chemical Operator: Purification & QC Technician

NW Staffing Resources; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Staffing Resources in Forest Grove, OR, is seeking a hands-on Chemical Manufacturing Technician to support purification, QC, and maintenance in a regulated plant. You will work on 12-hour rotating shifts (including weekends) and participate in safety-driven operations.

The role requires at least 2 years in chemical manufacturing, strong PPE and quality systems knowledge, and the ability to use process controls and MS Office. A valid license and forklift experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of chemical manufacturing or handling experience; clean room environment a plus.
• Proficient in chemical handling, PPE compliance, quality systems, and identifying/escalating out-of-specification (OOS) products; able to pass a respirator fit test.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience operating forklifts, using standard production tools, and understanding manufacturing concepts such as production planning, bottleneck management, and time management; trailer-ing experience is a plus.
• Effective communication and computer skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, use Microsoft Office applications, maintain a valid driver's license, and demonstrate a strong work ethic and self-motivated approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and ISO standards, and housekeeping requirements, taking corrective action to maintain a safe work environment.
• Monitor and control production processes by recording operating parameters, utilizing process control systems, collecting process samples, and maintaining target operating conditions.
• Perform quality control inspections, identify and report out-of-spec conditions, and maintain accurate operational documentation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, perform and verify basic maintenance activities, coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors, and support equipment reliability initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams during shift handovers, work scheduling, training activities, and emergency response situations to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Skills

Chemical handling

Quality systems

PPE compliance

English fluency

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Process control systems

Maintenance coordination

Job description

NW Staffing Resources in Forest Grove, OR, is seeking a hands-on Chemical Manufacturing Technician to support purification, QC, and maintenance in a regulated plant. You will work on 12-hour rotating shifts (including weekends) and participate in safety-driven operations.

The role requires at least 2 years in chemical manufacturing, strong PPE and quality systems knowledge, and the ability to use process controls and MS Office. A valid license and forklift experience are a plus.