Chemical Process Operator

Arkema Inc; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in North Kansas City is seeking a Process Technician to control, operate, and tend equipment used in chemical production. You will load raw materials, operate kettles and tanks, and document process parameters to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role requires reading plant specifications, maintaining records, and performing sampling to support production standards. Safety and reliability are emphasized in daily operations at the plant site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of chemical processing experience preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts to load/unload materials and move materials within the plant.
• Able to read plant specifications and follow batch instructions and modifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate kettles and tanks to prepare batches.
• Unload raw materials and package finished products.
• Maintain process records and perform sampling for quality testing.
• Monitor equipment and adjust feed/flow to maintain operating conditions.
• Respond to safety hazards and support maintenance as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Reading plant specifications

Safety awareness

Documentation & record-keeping

Communication (written)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Arkema Inc. in North Kansas City is seeking a Process Technician to control, operate, and tend equipment used in chemical production. You will load raw materials, operate kettles and tanks, and document process parameters to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role requires reading plant specifications, maintaining records, and performing sampling to support production standards. Safety and reliability are emphasized in daily operations at the plant site.