Chemical Production Technician

AmeriTerpenes; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriTerpenes in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Chemical Production Technician for rotational 12‑hour shifts. The role focuses on operating equipment safely to produce designated terpene-based materials, with emphasis on quality and environmental compliance.

The position requires a high school diploma, forklift certification, and exposure to warehousing/operational environments. Overtime is possible, and a bonus eligibility of up to 4% may apply.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Experience in a warehousing or operational environment (chemical or flavor/fragrance industry) preferred.
• Must pass Operators Test.
• Forklift certification will be required. If not yet certified, must successfully go through training for certification upon hire.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP is preferred.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and a coachable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and environmentally compliant working environment with proper PPE and participate in safety discussions.
• Monitor processes using log sheets, trend data, OD rounds, and procedure reviews.
• Interface with Maintenance, Process Engineering, R&D, Shipping & Logistics, and Contractors to support improvements.
• Serve as main responsible party for Permit to Work procedures (PTW, LOTO, Hot Work, Confined Space).
• Operate equipment per procedures to produce designated materials on schedule with quality in mind.
• Be capable of multitasking and adjusting processes based on analysis and monitoring data.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Forklift Certification

Job description

About Us

• AmeriTerpenes, LLC is the leading U.S.-based producer of natural terpene-based ingredients.


• AmeriTerpenes produces natural terpene-based ingredients derived from renewable pine-based feedstocks.


• The product portfolio includes Dihydromyrcenol, Linalool and Anethole, used in perfumes, household products, and food and beverage flavorings.


• The company holds leading market positions in several of these core products, including as the largest North American producer of Dihydromyrcenol, and supplies customers across the consumer goods, personal care, food & beverage and industrial chemicals markets.


• The company generates approximately USD 200 million in revenue and employs around 170 people.


• With manufacturing across two integrated U.S. production sites in Jacksonville, Florida, and Colonels Island, Georgia, the business serves customers globally, particularly across North America and numerous international markets. Many of these customer relationships span more than a decade, notably long-standing by industry standards.

Your Role

Starting rate of pay: $30/hr, Fully Qualified rate of pay: $40/hr, Up to 4% annual bonus eligibility.

To safely and efficiently operate equipment in your respective areas, according to established procedures and instructions, to consistently produce designated materials according to defined specifications

Essential Functions

• Maintain and promote a safe and environmentally compliant working environment. This includes utilizing proper PPE, following all Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines and actively participating in safety meetings and discussions. Be aware that any employee has the responsibility to not operate unsafe equipment or not take operational risks outside of procedures that may create a Safety, Health or Environmental concern.


• Be responsible for adequately monitoring processes. This includes log sheets (MDE's), Parc View trends, OD rounds and procedure reviews.


• Interface with many functional groups: Maintenance, Process Engineering, Process Control Engineering, Project Engineering, R&D, Shipping & Logistics, and Contractors. As such, support and be pro-active in process, product and equipment improvement efforts led by these functional groups.


• Serve as the main responsible party for the Permit to Work procedures in the plant:Permit-to Work,Lock Out/Tag Out,Hot Work,Confined Space Entry.


• Utilize information from process and analytical tools to operate equipment per operating procedures to produce consistent, quality-controlled material and according to schedule.


• Must be able to multi-task, operating several pieces of equipment simultaneously.


• Make process adjustments as needed based on information gathered from a variety of sources (sample analysis, computer monitors, etc.


• Analyze and interpret samples mostly via gas chromatograph.


• Possess a working knowledge of the controls in their specific area.


• Must be knowledgeable and capable of process / equipment troubleshooting and recommending/implementing corrective actions as required—note that any changes outside of existing procedures must follow our Management of Change process.


• Communicate effectively with supervision and peers.


• Responsible to participate in any audits performed in your area.


• Enter concerns and incidents in the Safety system.


• Identify and share continuous improvement ideas that may enhance process, safety and cost reduction.


• Undertake and successfully complete training and development activities. Provide training for others as required.


• Be available on on-call hours.


• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping.


• Respond to emergencies plant wide (injuries, process upsets, fires).These will be directed by the Incident Commander


• Participate actively in PHA efforts for his/her equipment.


• Promote and maintain adherence to food safety, food defense, and compliance with Food Safety Standards as defined by FSSC 22000.


• Act at all times as a professional operator, treat others with respect and operate as a team within your unit and with other groups in the facility.


• You will be expected to maximize productivity at all times. This includes housekeeping, line labeling, and tank labeling as well as some minor maintenance.

Job Requirements

This position is for a Chemical Production Technician in a manufacturing environment. The schedule is rotational shift work, 12-hour shifts, rotating between day and night shifts. Overtime is required as needed.

Working conditions may include non-climate controlled areas where high temperatures and humidity are experienced during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter months. Working at heights.

• High School degree or equivalent required.


• Experience in a warehousing or operational environment (chemical or flavor/fragrance industry) preferred.


• Must pass Operators Test.


• Forklift certification will be required. If not yet certified, must successfully go through training for certification upon hire.


• Proficiency preferred in Microsoft Office and SAP.


• Solid written & verbal communication skills as well as a positive, coachable personality are required.


• Acting with integrity, building relationships, communicating openly and honestly, continuously improving, respecting others, taking a stake in the business, working together as a team.


• Committed to safety, high standard of housekeeping and respect for the environment.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with AmeriTerpenes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.