Chemical Plant Operator I — Growth & Training in Safe Ops

Wilbur-Ellis; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mental health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis in Corydon, IN seeks a Chemical Plant Operator I to manage daily inventory, unload/load raw materials and finished goods, and help operate equipment used to blend chemicals. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced plant environment.

You will gain hands-on experience with control systems, lab sampling, and packaging, with opportunities for growth and skill development in a family-owned company with a century of experience in agriculture.

Qualifications

• Must pass pulmonary function test and respirator clearance.
• Be clean-shaven to wear a respiratory mask.
• Safety-minded with strong attention to detail.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• High School Diploma or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Take daily inventory and load/unload raw materials and finished goods.
• Operate equipment such as skid loaders, forklifts, pumps, blenders, reactors, and weighing scales.
• Unload and transfer raw materials using proper safety procedures and PPE.
• Read meters and instruments to ensure accurate production; report issues.
• Collect and label samples for lab testing.
• Prepare and label drums and totes for shipping.
• Follow batch instructions under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Temperature tolerance

Noise tolerance

Respirator clearance

Clean-shaven for respirator

Chemical plant experience

Education

High School Diploma or higher

1+ years chemical plant experience preferred

Job description

Wilbur-Ellis in Corydon, IN seeks a Chemical Plant Operator I to manage daily inventory, unload/load raw materials and finished goods, and help operate equipment used to blend chemicals. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced plant environment.

You will gain hands-on experience with control systems, lab sampling, and packaging, with opportunities for growth and skill development in a family-owned company with a century of experience in agriculture.