Chemical Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Illinois; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Chemical Technician in Farmington, IL to support production by monitoring and maintaining process fluids essential to quality and performance.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and comfort working on a team in a manufacturing setting. Shift options include 1st or 3rd, with a starting pay of $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Basic math skills for measurements and checks.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all process fluids throughout the facility.
• Perform routine sampling and chemical analysis of coolants, washer solutions, and water-based quench fluids.
• Monitor fluid conditions and document results.
• Add chemicals to coolant, washer, and quench sumps as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and reports of analyses and actions.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift experience

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Now Hiring: Chemical Technician in Farmington, IL!

Are you detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Chemical Technician to support production operations by monitoring and maintaining process fluids critical to manufacturing quality and performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with mechanical aptitude, forklift experience, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Shift Options

• 1st Shift
• 3rd Shift

Why Apply?

• Competitive starting pay of $18/hour
• Choice of 1st or 3rd shift
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to develop technical and chemical analysis skills
• Team-oriented workplace

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all process fluids throughout the facility
• Perform routine sampling and chemical analysis of:
  • Coolants
  • Washer solutions
  • Water-based quench fluids
• Monitor fluid conditions and document results
• Add chemicals to coolant, washer, and quench sumps as needed
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Communicate findings and recommendations with team members and supervisors
• Assist with other production and fluid management duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical skills and troubleshooting ability
• Basic math skills
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in a team-oriented environment
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Previous manufacturing, chemical handling, laboratory, or industrial experience is a plus