Chemical Production Operator

Italmatch USA Corporation; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Chemical Production Operator in Smyrna, GA. This role involves mixing raw materials and operating various manufacturing equipment, ensuring safe practices while executing production tasks. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Must have mathematical skills for weight and volume measurements.

Responsibilities

• Mixes raw materials to create finished products according to production orders.
• Operates equipment such as mixers, scales, and pumps safely.
• Completes all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Compass Chemical Group, a company of Italmatch USA Corporation, is hiring a Chemical Production Operator in Smyrna, GA. The Chemical Production Operator mixes raw materials to create finished products according to batch tickets.

Position Description:

The Production Operator is responsible for mixing raw materials to create finished products according to production orders. Performs a wide variety of tasks associated with the manufacturing process. Examples of these are filling drums, loading/ unloading tank wagons, charging batches, operating forklifts, operating various pieces of equipment, washing drums and totes, washing trucks, housekeeping duties, and other tasks as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reading and following written materials, batch sheets, instruction sheets, labels, etc.
• Reading numbers and symbols and recording on paper or computer as required.
• Obtains and understands all documentation for making batches. Ensures correct ingredients are used for each batch.
• Pumping and pouring chemicals into blend tanks in predetermined quantities.
• Operates equipment (mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, etc.) safely.
• Ensures all raw materials returned to inventory have the correct quantity and information on containers and containers are in good condition.
• Observe machinery, tools, and equipment to set up, operate, and perform tasks or processes.
• Observe the actions of people to respond to workplace and personnel emergencies.
• Listen to verbal instructions, orders, conversations, etc. to work as a team member.
• Cleans equipment when needed.
• Refers issues/problems to the Production Supervisor.
• Complete all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner.
• Observes safety requirements set forth by company.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.

• Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English, including safety rules, operating procedures, product recipes, material identification, etc.

• Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Able to perform

these operations using weight and volume measurements.

• Able to manipulate powder bags up to 50 lbs.

• Good troubleshooting skills.

• Able to drive a forklift – A valid forklift certification is a plus but not required.

We are proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran.