Chemical Production Operator Manufacturing

Ortec-Inc; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with match

On-Site Nurse

Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus

Annual Anniversary Cash Award

Job summary

Ortec seeks a Chemical Production Operator to ensure safety, product quality, and efficiency in manufacturing chemical products. The role operates reactors and related equipment, executes batch processes, and handles material transfers while complying with cGMP, FDA, and OSHA standards.

Candidates should be able to progress through operator levels, training and competency-based progression, and collaborate across shifts and departments to maintain reliable production operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience and GMP training preferred.
• Ability to read data from instruments and interpret batch instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate reactors and production equipment to execute batch manufacturing according to established procedures and production schedules.
• Monitor process conditions, control systems, and key performance indicators to maintain safe, efficient, and consistent operations.
• Weigh, verify, and charge raw materials into vessels and tanks per batch instructions.
• Transfer intermediate and finished products between vessels, storage tanks, and containers.
• Read and interpret data from instruments to adjust processes as needed.
• Document batch data and activities in accordance with GDP and GMP standards.
• Support environmental, health, and safety programs and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

GED or High School

Tools

PLC

Job description

Ortechas been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.

We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.

AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTSWhat we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.

WHY ORTEC?The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy, and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & AD&D
• Annual Anniversary Cash Award
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• On-Site Nurse
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k with match

Chemical Operators Rotating shifts get:

• 1 full week off per month!!!
• Generous shift premium
• Potential for quick career growth
• Technical Training

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chemical Production Operator is responsible for ensuring personal safety, product quality, and production efficiency in the manufacturing of chemical products in accordance with customer specifications and production schedules. This role involves operating reactors and associated equipment, executing batch processes, and handling material transfers while maintaining strict compliance with cGMP, OSHA, and company standards.

This position encompasses multiple skill levels, including Introductory Operator, Chemical Operator C, B, A, and Senior A. Progression is based on demonstrated competency and completion of training requirements outlined in the Production Training Matrix.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate reactors and production equipment to execute batch manufacturing processes according to established procedures and production schedules
• Monitor process conditions, control systems, and key performance indicators to maintain safe, efficient, and consistent operations
• Weigh, verify, and charge raw materials into vessels and tanks in accordance with batch instructions
• Transfer intermediate and finished products between vessels, storage tanks, and containers
• Perform raw material verification to ensure only correct and approved materials are used
• Read, interpret, and respond to data from instruments (e.g., temperature, pressure, flow) to adjust processes as needed
• Understand and control key process variables that impact product quality and consistency, and troubleshoot deviations
• Execute all work in compliance with cGMP, FDA, OSHA, and company policies, procedures, and standards
• Accurately document batch data, process parameters, and activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with GMP and housekeeping standards
• Actively support environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs and contribute to a zero-incident safety culture
• Safely operate forklifts, lifts, and other material handling equipment
• Handle, store, and move raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods safely and efficiently
• Provide technical and operational support to chemists, engineers, and cross-functional teams
• Assist with process troubleshooting, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementation of new production techniques
• Support process trials and new product development activities as required
• Assist with inventory management to ensure adequate supply of materials for production
• Train and mentor new and existing operators as experience and proficiency increase
• Collaborate across shifts and departments to ensure consistent and reliable operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

EXPERIENCE

• Forklift experience and GMP training preferred. These are not required prior to hiring. This training is provided and maintained on the job

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic Computer, PLC & Math Knowledge
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a controlled, methodical, and detail-focused production environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and diverse individuals to achieve operational goals
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibit strong reading, listening, and comprehension abilities
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all tasks and documentation
• Apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and prioritize effectively
• Demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, ensuring quality, consistency, and reliability meet internal and external

SOFT SKILLS

• Adherence to Ortec's Guiding Principles; Integrity, Optimism, Honesty, Diligence, Stewardship, Humility, Shared Outcomes

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Enclosed chemical production facility with outdoor utility and storage tanks. Walk on concrete or expanded metal mezzanine, odors from chemical batches. Some exposure to loud noises. Some small scale lab hood work.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Must be able to work the following work schedule
• 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m./7:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.
• 12 hour rotating shift position open air environment.
• Example Rotating Production Schedule
  • Week 1 M: 7:30a-8p T: 7:30a-8p W: 7:30a-8p Th: 7:30a-8p F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF
  • Week 2 M: OFF T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30p-8a S: 7:30p-8a Su: 7:30p-8a
  • Week 3 M: 7:30p-8a T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30a-8p S: 7:30a-8p Su: 7:30a-8p
  • Week 4 M: OFF T: 7:30p-8a W: 7:30p-8a Th: 7:30p-8a F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, physical, reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.

Ortec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.