Chemical Plant Operator – 12‑Hour Rotations

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

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