Chemical Production Operator & Material Handler

Aerotek; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Chemical Production Operator & Material Handler in Richmond, VA for a contract-to-hire opportunity. The role combines production operations with material handling, including forklift work, batch processing, labeling, and inventory tracking.

You will work with modern equipment, follow precise formulas, and contribute to a safety-focused team. Candidates should have chemical manufacturing or related experience, forklift proficiency, and comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or related environments.
• Previous sit-down forklift experience.
• Ability to follow formulas and batch sheets precisely.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Basic computer skills for inventory and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and perform material handling.
• Follow batch sheets and production instructions.
• Weigh, measure and blend ingredients per requirements.
• Use sit-down forklifts to move materials around the facility.
• Document product information and inventory transactions.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness according to procedures.

Skills

Chemical manufacturing

Blending & batching

Forklift operation

RF scanners & inventory

Data entry & basic computers

Safety consciousness

Communication

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Chemical Production Operator & Material Handler in Richmond, VA for a contract-to-hire opportunity. The role combines production operations with material handling, including forklift work, batch processing, labeling, and inventory tracking.

You will work with modern equipment, follow precise formulas, and contribute to a safety-focused team. Candidates should have chemical manufacturing or related experience, forklift proficiency, and comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.