Chemical Plant Operator

EMD Electronics; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Leave and disability

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

EMD Electronics in Tamaqua, PA is seeking a Chem ical Plant Operator to operate processing equipment, maintain records, and optimize the chemical process to maximize yield and minimize waste. You will handle raw materials, cylinder maintenance, and inventory tracking while ensuring safe handling and compliance.

The role requires strong PC skills and familiarity with DCS/PLC systems. The position runs on a continuous rotating 12-hour shift (2 weeks days, 2 weeks nights) with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or other life science discipline.
• Familiarity with distributive control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC).
• Personal computer skills and data/reporting capability.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment (freezeout vessels, batch distillation columns, compressors, reactors, scrubbers, driers, chillers, liquefiers/receivers).
• Maintain logs and operating records; evaluate data and take action to control the process.
• Perform material inspections and handle containers of various sizes.
• Perform cylinder maintenance, labeling, loading/unloading, shipping, and packing.
• Use analytical tools to optimize the chemical process to maximize yield and minimize waste/downtime.
• Use equipment for manufacturing, inventory tracking, procurement, and communications.
• Pursue knowledge through CBT and other training; communicate with site co-workers and perform plant maintenance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Safe work practices

Data evaluation

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or related life science

Tools

DCS

PLC

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

The Chemical Plant Operator at EMD Electronics in Tamaqua, PA will operate chemical processing equipment including, but not limited to, freezeout vessels, batch distillation columns, compressors, reactors, scrubbers, driers, chillers, and liquefiers/receivers. The Operator will also maintain logs and operating records, evaluate data, and take appropriate action to control the process. Additional responsibilities include the following:

• Work with raw materials in the production process, including performing incoming/outgoing material inspections and preparing and/or filling containers of all sizes such as tube trailers, modules, Y containers and cylinders/cylinder packs.
• Perform cylinder maintenance and preparation tasks including painting, labeling, loading/unloading, shipping, shuttling, stamping, and processing while using safe handling techniques.
• Use analytical and systems tools to evaluate and optimize the chemical process, striving to maximize yield and throughput while minimizing waste and system downtime.
• Utilize equipment for manufacturing and inventory tracking, procurement, and general communications.
• Strive to improve operating knowledge through computer-based training (CBT) and other techniques.
• Perform computer functions necessary to communicate with site co-workers and to operate the plants.
• Perform routine plant maintenance utilizing hand tools, hand power tools, and equipment necessary to maintain the plant process equipment and will be expected to enhance his/her technical capabilities in this area; maintain plant housekeeping standards and train new operators.

This is a continuous rotating 12-hour shift. 2 Weeks on Days and 2 weeks on nights.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or other life science discipline.
• Knowledge of chemical processing techniques, safe work policies and procedures and quality practices.
• Knowledge of customer attributes and specifications.
• Personal computer skills and experience with distributive control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC).

Pay Rate for this position: $33.58/hr - $35.10/hr

Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will be governed by the terms of the most recent union contract. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, leave and disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance. Union employees should always refer to their collective bargaining agreement for information on eligibility, coverage, and benefit provisions.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!