Chemical Process Operator

Advantage Technical; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter/Parking Accounts

Health Savings Account

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Chemical Process Operator for a contract opportunity. The role requires experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, pharmaceutical production, biotech, or industrial operations within a safety-focused, regulated environment.

The position offers a pay rate of $25.00 per hour and a full-time schedule with upfront training. During training, employees work Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, then transition to a quarterly rotating day/night

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, industrial production, or process operations preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation requirements.
• Comfortable with rotating day/night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to pass a physical exam and respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment and perform routine production activities.
• Follow detailed operating procedures, batch records, and work instructions.
• Prepare solutions and materials for manufacturing processes.
• Assemble, operate, clean, and disassemble production equipment.
• Monitor production processes and record operational data.
• Adjust PLC-controlled equipment settings as directed.
• Perform environmental and quality monitoring activities.
• Support equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, GMP/GLP, and company standards.
• Use PPE and follow all workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Strong communication, organizational,

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Now Hiring: Chemical Process Operator

Location: Birmingham, AL

Pay: $25.00/hour

Schedule: Full-time, Rotating Day/Night Swing Shift (after training)

We are hiring a Chemical Process Operator for a contract opportunity in Birmingham, AL. This role is ideal for candidates with manufacturing, chemical processing, pharmaceutical production, biotech, or industrial operations experience who thrive in a safety-focused, regulated environment.

During the first few weeks, employees will work Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM for training. After training, team members will transition to a quarterly rotating day/night schedule (not weekly).

Key Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment and perform routine production activities
• Follow detailed operating procedures, batch records, and work instructions
• Prepare solutions and materials for manufacturing processes
• Assemble, operate, clean, and disassemble production equipment
• Monitor production processes and record operational data
• Adjust PLC-controlled equipment settings as directed
• Perform environmental and quality monitoring activities
• Support equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, GMP/GLP, and company standards
• Use PPE and follow all workplace safety requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, industrial production, or process operations preferred
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation requirements
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working rotating day/night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to pass a physical exam and respirator fit test

Shift Schedule (After Training)

• Days: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM; Friday, 7:00 AM-Noon
• Nights: Sunday, 7:00 AM-Noon; Monday-Thursday, 5:00 PM-3:00 AM
• Rotation: Day shift for 3 months, then night shift for 3 months

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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