Chemical Operator — Safe, High-Impact Production

Huntsman; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsman in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is seeking a Chemical Operator - RH to support the Advanced Materials Division. You will monitor, adjust, and record process conditions to maintain safe, quality operations and report to the Production Manager.

This role performs material transfers, hose connections, drum handling, and packaging, while following site SOPs and PPE requirements. It requires 12-hour shifts (days or nights), outdoor work, and a commitment to the site's Zero Harm program.

Qualifications

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and complete batch sheets and other required documentation.
• Ability and willingness to learn basic chemistry and math skills.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Physical ability to climb and work from stairs, ladders, and platforms.
• Physical ability to lift 55-lb. bags above the waist.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, stretch, handle process equipment, and move portable equipment for extended periods.
• Analytical Thinking
• Building Teams and Relationships
• Personal Conviction
• Customer Focus

Responsibilities

• Monitor, document, and communicate operating and quality conditions of plant processes.
• Notify appropriate personnel and respond when operating conditions are not met.
• Transfer material into and out of drums, totes, bags, tankers, and other containers using diaphragm, gear, and centrifugal pumps.
• Move and connect chemical hoses to pumps, reactors, tanks, tank wagons, and other equipment.
• Maneuver drums and other containers for filling and storage.
• Consistently pack out and stack 55-lb. bags of product onto pallets.
• Support and actively participate in the site's Zero Harm and SIM programs.
• Complete all required safety training, including Confined Space, Hot Work, Line Break, and Lockout/Tagout.
• Wear all required PPE in accordance with procedures and JSAs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Lead Operator, or Production Manager.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions including rain, wind, excessive heat, and cold.
• Work a 12-hour shift on days or nights as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Batch sheets

Chemistry basics

Forklift operation

Physical fitness

Analytical thinking

Team building

Customer focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Huntsman in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is seeking a Chemical Operator - RH to support the Advanced Materials Division. You will monitor, adjust, and record process conditions to maintain safe, quality operations and report to the Production Manager.

This role performs material transfers, hose connections, drum handling, and packaging, while following site SOPs and PPE requirements. It requires 12-hour shifts (days or nights), outdoor work, and a commitment to the site's Zero Harm program.