Chemical Production Operator

Drew Marine; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in the marine sector. In this role, you will safely handle and manufacture chemical formulations while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. With a focus on teamwork and compliance, you will contribute to a safe and efficient workplace. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for community engagement and personal growth. If you have a passion for the chemical industry and are looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Employee Savings Plan with employer match

Company paid Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

26 Paid Days Off in the first year

Community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in the chemical industry required.
• Basic knowledge of chemical safety and handling hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture chemical formulations per standard procedures.
• Maintain safety and quality standards during packaging.
• Perform duties with minimal supervision.

Skills

Handling hazardous chemicals

Basic chemical & safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Drew Marine is a global leader providing technical solutions and services to the marine industry with a comprehensive line of advanced marine chemicals and equipment. Supported by a worldwide network of service engineers and a global supply chain delivering to more than 900 ports, we have a portfolio of products and services including: Water Treatment, Fuel Treatment, Maintenance Cleaners, Welding & Refrigeration, Engineered Systems & Products, Onboard Test Kits, and Analytical Services.

Drew Marine offers a competitive compensation package with the following benefits:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance starting on day 1
• Drew Marine Employee Savings Plan – Current Employer Match is 100% of the first 5% contributed.
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• 26 Paid Days Off in the first year of employment (17 personal days + 9 holidays)
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities

Job Summary:

Follow standard operating procedures to safely and efficiently handle chemicals and production equipment to manufacture chemical formulations. These products must meet the safety, quality, and efficiency standards set as expectations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manufacture batch chemical formulations per standard operating procedures
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Package chemical formulations to maintain the safety and quality standards of the organization
• Packing and palletizing
• Labelling
• Perform all duties with minimal supervision
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned

Primary EHS Responsibilities:

• Work in a manner that complies with the Company EHS Policy
• Use the prescribed safe work practices and approved procedures
• Work in a manner that prevents self-inflicted injury or injury to others
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally friendly workplace
• Use personal protective equipment, where specified, in a proper manner
• Report any sub-standard conditions and/or behaviors, including near misses and incidents, to immediate superior
• Properly handle and accumulate Waste including Hazardous Waste by following appropriate procedures
• Follow the practices implemented by Management in adhering to legal and other requirements

Required / Desired Knowledge, Experiences and Skills:

• Required a minimum of two years of working experience in the chemical industry or similar
• Required experience handling hazardous chemicals
• Required basic chemical & safety knowledge
• Desired knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Forklift capability desired but not required

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Physical Working Environment:

• Indoor/Outdoor manual job
• Requires the use of physical strength and work in a chemical environment including the handling of 55-gallon drums and 50lb bags of powders
• Requires the ability to stand on one’s feet for extended periods of time and the ability to stoop and reach to execute job requirements
• Requires the ability to wear the required PPE for the jobs assigned

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified.

Drew Marine provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions at Drew Marine are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.