Operator I- Days

Thatcher Company; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Benefits package

HSA/FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Culture & values

Job summary

Thatcher Company is seeking a Chemical Mix Operator for the Day Shift at our Buckeye, AZ facility. You will produce and mix chemicals, operate plant equipment, and load/unload materials while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include operating pumps, mixers, and blenders, running a forklift, and performing light maintenance. A high school diploma and ability to lift 50 lbs are required, with flexibility for varying hours and shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English well.
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail.
• Capacity to work in extreme conditions and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Flexibility to work varying hours or shifts if necessary.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred and PPE usage may be required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed.
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes.
• Load and unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and containers.
• Operate pumps, mixers and blenders.
• Operate forklift.
• Keep work area clean.
• Light maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Read/write English

Team player

Follow instructions

Flexible shifts

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

The Chemical Mix Operator position will be responsible for all production, blending, loading, and unloading of all plant chemicals. Plant operator will need to understand and operate all plant processes and procedures, while keeping a safe and clean working environment.

Chemical Mix Operator -Day Shift

Role Responsibilities.

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes
• Load and unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and all other containers
• Regularly lift50 pounds
• Operate pumps, mixers, and blenders
• Operate forklift
• Keep work area clean
• Light maintenance

Key Responsibilities

• Desire and demonstrated ability to work safely and promote safety and safe work practices.
• Be quality conscious.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language well. This is a safety as well as an operational issue.
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail and learn additional skills with experience.
• Capacity to work in extreme conditions (temperature) and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Flexibility to work varying hours or shiftsif necessary.
• Experience in manufacturing environment including use of tools and equipment is preferred.
• Ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical resistant gloves and boots, safety glasses, hard hat, face shield, full-face respirator (if required), chemical splash suit (overalls and jacket).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Why Join Thatcher?

• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan – up to 25% of salary annually, fully funded by the company
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/FSA
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• A growth-focused career path with a stable, thriving company
• A supportive, values-driven culture where your success matters