Laborer A

Solenis LLC; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Laborer A, an entry-level position in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. This role involves active participation in a high-performance team, with responsibilities that include monitoring production processes, operating equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and some manufacturing experience, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. With a commitment to sustainability and professional growth, this innovative firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to start their career in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience required with safe chemical handling.
• Ability to operate a powered industrial truck.

Responsibilities

• Monitor process control computer during production.
• Operate manual valves and forklift for material transfers.
• Maintain safety and order of work area.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Chemical Handling

Communication Skills

Computer Skills (MS Word, Excel, SAP)

Teamwork Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

The Laborer A is an entry level position. This position will initially be responsible to be an active participant in a high performance team. As chemical operator positions become open you will be required to bid on these openings. As a chemical operator you will workin an active chemical manufacturing environment between a control room, outside process equipment area and warehouse/ charging area; works rotating shifts, Ambient environmental conditions apply (rain, cold, heat, etc); Frequently traverses steps and walks across uneven surfaces; May bend, squat or kneel periodically during day, lifts loads of up to 50 lbs, exerts force by pushing and pulling while using grip strength; required to wear special PPE when unloading chemicals including impervious chemical suit and respirator with chemical boots and gloves.

Other role responsibilities:

• Read and understand procedures, policies and daily documents
• Record data carefully and completely in both written and electronic formats
• Communicate accurately, precisely, timely and completely
• Make accurate mathematical calculations in support or production activities
• Investigate/ troubleshoot issues within the area (equipment, process, etc.)
• Check all paperwork for completeness and accuracy
• Maintain accurate file system for area records
• Maintain compliance to safety, environmental and shippingregulations
• Participate on plant or inter-plant teams as requested
• Maintain safety and order of work area through daily housekeeping activities
• Manage all chemicals and waste (hazardous and nonhazardous) in accordance to RCRA regulation and the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.

Manufacturing:

• Monitor the process control computer during production
• Operate manual valves to facilitate material transfers
• Operate forklift
• Wear required personal protective equipment (respirator, chemical suit, boots, hard hat, face shield and gloves as required by task)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing related equipment, safe chemical handling/ packaging, ability to safely operate a powered industrial truck.
• Computer Skills (MS word, Excel, Lotus notes, SAP)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, a sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize work, and the mind-set for safety and attention to detail. Good Teamwork skills. Ability to perform manual labor including walking up and down stairs, climbing on and off forklift, crouching to make tie in for rail car unloading and lifting up to 50 lbs.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]