Chemical Operator Trainee: Hands-On Plant Tech

Bleachtech-LL; Seville (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BLEACHTECH in Seville, OH is seeking a Chemical Operator (Operator-in-Training) to join our manufacturing team. You will monitor plant equipment, perform sampling and testing, maintain production records, and respond to changing operating conditions in a hands-on role.

We value dependable, safety-minded candidates who enjoy teamwork and problem solving. The position offers on-site work, room to grow in chemical manufacturing, and a path toward advanced operator roles.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or plant environment.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand measurements involving weight, volume, pressure, concentration, and specific gravity.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate recordkeeping.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and established operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and inspect plant equipment and processes in accordance with established operating and safety procedures.
• Review shift logs and communicate with the previous shift operator to understand current plant conditions, recent activities, and process changes.
• Perform shift-start inspections to ensure equipment, work areas, chemical inventories, and other operating requirements are ready.
• Monitor meters, gauges, charts, instruments, and other operating information to identify changes or abnormal conditions.
• Monitor, transfer, mix, sample, and analyze chemicals as required to support plant operations.
• Collect and analyze samples according to established sampling plans and procedures.
• Follow appropriate PPE requirements when collecting samples and working in designated chemical exposure areas.
• Perform calibration procedures for reagents and equipment as trained.
• Maintain accurate production records, logbooks, batch information, calibration records, and other required documentation.
• Generate electronic certificates and maintain records necessary for product quality and traceability.
• Identify and promptly report equipment problems, process deviations, safety concerns, leaks, spills, and other operating issues.
• Perform routine equipment care, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs as trained and authorized.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Work closely with senior operators, supervisors, maintenance, and other team members to support reliable plant operations.
• Follow established procedures for chemical handling, sampling, storage, waste, and disposal.
• Perform other duties as needed to support safe and efficient plant operations.

Skills

Industrial facility experience

Safety minded

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BLEACHTECH in Seville, OH is seeking a Chemical Operator (Operator-in-Training) to join our manufacturing team. You will monitor plant equipment, perform sampling and testing, maintain production records, and respond to changing operating conditions in a hands-on role.

We value dependable, safety-minded candidates who enjoy teamwork and problem solving. The position offers on-site work, room to grow in chemical manufacturing, and a path toward advanced operator roles.