Chemical Production Operator

Hydrite; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Shift premium up to $5/hr

Wellness incentive $600/year

Two weeks paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Hydrite in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Production Operator to load and unload bulk products, operate liquid production lines, and package finished goods to meet customer specifications. The role supports quality, safety, and efficiency on the production floor.

You will work on second, third, or weekend shifts with shift premium and training on first shift during onboarding. A drug screen is part of the pre-employment process, and a 2-week paid initial time off is included with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years experience in chemical processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Basic computer skills and MS Office knowledge.
• Must read, write, and speak English.
• Drug screening required during pre-employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect containers inside and out prior to filling.
• Clean reactors prior to manufacturing per GMP SOPs.
• Wear prescribed safety equipment during filling and mixing.
• Ensure product meets quality standards before leaving production area.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of production areas.
• Review paperwork before loading/unloading per SOPs.
• Follow SOPs for tank truck loading and unloading.
• Review batch records to ensure correct materials and order of addition.
• Perform tote cleaning and maintain related records.
• Complete weekly area inspections and required logs.
• Participate in safety, training, and regulatory activities as required.
• Complete Maximo service requests for equipment needing repair.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

We are a company where people matter.

We are family driven.

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

Benefits

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
• Shift premium up to $5/hr on top of hourly pay!
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

Production Operator

The primary purpose of this position is to load and unload bulk products, manufacture liquid products, and package finished products in non-bulk containers that meets the needs and quality of our customers.

Shifts Available

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 12pm-10:30pm
• 3rd Shift: Monday-Thursday 8pm-6:30am
• Weekend Days: Friday-Sunday 6am-6:30pm
• Weekend Nights: Friday-Sunday, every other Thursday 6pm-6:30am

Training will take place on 1st shift during the week for 2–4 months, but you’ll still receive the shift premium during that time.

Primary Responsibilities Include

The following responsibilities for the Production Department are general in nature. Responsibilities will vary among employees based on the area of the plant they may be working. The Production Manager or Shift Supervisor will assign any individual responsibilities that may be needed.

• All containers are to be inspected inside and out prior to filling. (Read and follow ContainerInspection and filling S.O.P.)
• All reactors are to be cleaned prior to manufacturing products. (Follow GMP SOP's for Recordkeeping and Manufacturing Equipment Cleaning and Inspection.)
• Prescribed safety equipment must be used and worn while filling and mixing (see Production Worksheet and PPE Certifications).
• Each employee is responsible for ensuring the product meets all quality standards before product leaves the production area (this includes filtering of liquid products.).
• All Production Department employees are responsible for the safety and cleanliness of the production areas.
• All tank trucks must be inspected prior to loading and unloading. (Read and follow Tank Truck Bulk Loading and Tank Truck Unloading SOP's).
• All paperwork must be reviewed before loading or unloading. (Read and follow Tank TruckLoading, Tank Truck Unloading, and Railcar Unloading SOP's).
• Production schedules and Batch Records are to be reviewed to ensure correct raw materials are used and order of addition is followed.
• Perform tote cleaning per procedure and maintain records for product service, tote testing in the prism tote tracking system.
• Perform weekly area (as designated by supervisor) inspections, complete filter log, and all other logs, complete and hand in inspection checklist at required time.
• Review Catalyst weekly for training requirements and have all training and sop’s reviewed by the due date.Attend all required training when scheduled unless absent from work.
• Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• Participate Emergency Response Team, RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.
• Complete Maximo service requests for equipment identified as needing repair.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Manufacturing Manager.

Preferred Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of two years experience preferred in chemical processing or other manufacturing industry.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• During the pre-employment process, you will be required to do a drug screening.

Additional Benefits

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

WANT TO STAY CONNECTED? FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-
• Facebook: facebook.com/hydrite
• YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI

Learn more about Hydrite on our website: www.hydrite.com/careers

You Should Be Proficient In

• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment