Chemical Plant Setup Operator — Growth & Benefits

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

PTO

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Columbia, IL is seeking experienced Machine Setup Operators. The role offers full-time evaluation hire with 10-hour shifts (Mon-Thu) and day/afternoon options. Pay starts at $17+ per hour (BOE). Client provides a competitive benefits package, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Primary duties include pre-production checks, forklift operation, drum labeling and filling, and using pumps/hoses to fill tanks. Safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• Experience with liquid fill by weight and/or volume is a plus.
• Ability to stand for a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must wear safety equipment (respirators, gloves, steel-toed boots, goggles).
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pre-production checks: verify tank hookup, lot #, components, weights or volumes.
• Operate forklift to move product and materials.
• Label and fill drums accurately.
• Use pumps and hoses to fill tanks and tank trucks.
• Complete manufacturing paperwork and checklists.
• Initiate preventative actions and propose improvements.
• Verify setup, materials, in-process items and finished goods against standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Liquid filling by weight/volume

Safety policy adherence

Standing for long shifts

Tools

Pumps and hoses

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Columbia, IL is seeking experienced Machine Setup Operators. The role offers full-time evaluation hire with 10-hour shifts (Mon-Thu) and day/afternoon options. Pay starts at $17+ per hour (BOE). Client provides a competitive benefits package, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Primary duties include pre-production checks, forklift operation, drum labeling and filling, and using pumps/hoses to fill tanks. Safety is a priority.