Chemical Plant Operator II — Growth in a Safe, Tech-Driven Plant

wilburellis; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement plans

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis in St. Gabriel, LA seeks a Chemical Plant Operator II to manage daily inventory and handle loading/unloading of raw materials. You will assist in process equipment and ensure accurate blending and safety protocols.

The role requires reading meters, collecting lab samples, and preparing shipments, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. A basic computer skill set and detail orientation are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher required.
• 2+ years in a chemical plant preferred but not required.
• Must pass pulmonary function test and respirator clearance.
• Safety-minded, detail-oriented with ability to handle physical and repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory, leak, and tank checks; open/close tanks and transfer lines for raw materials handling.
• Operate equipment such as skid loaders, forklifts, pumps, blenders, reactors, and weighing scales.
• Unload and transfer raw materials using proper safety procedures and PPE including respirators.
• Read meters, charts, and instruments for accurate production operations; troubleshoot and report equipment issues to management.
• Collect, label, and deliver product samples for lab testing.
• Prepare and label drums, totes, and containers for shipping.
• Follow batch instructions under supervision.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Computers

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

Temperature extremes

Loud environment

Respirator clearance

Chemical processing

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Tools

Forklifts

Pumps

Reactors

Weighing scales

Measuring instruments

Job description

Wilbur-Ellis in St. Gabriel, LA seeks a Chemical Plant Operator II to manage daily inventory and handle loading/unloading of raw materials. You will assist in process equipment and ensure accurate blending and safety protocols.

The role requires reading meters, collecting lab samples, and preparing shipments, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. A basic computer skill set and detail orientation are beneficial.