Packager (F/M/X)

Solvay; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parenting leave program

Healthcare coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Solvay is seeking a Silica Packager to join the Materials department on-site in the United States. The role covers three assignments: bagging system, super-sack filling, and bulk loading. You will ensure safe, reliable operation while contributing to Solvay's growing Silica family and transformation journey.

You will perform changeovers, adjust parameters, and conduct basic maintenance. A 7-day swing shift and on-site work define the schedule, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to work shift and overtime.
• Ability to recalibrate and reset scales as needed.

Responsibilities

• Changeover/Shutdown of Automatic Bagging System (Bagging system assignment) and empty and purge product from the bagging system.
• Modify system parameters (fill rate, bag weights) to maintain quality and productivity.
• Perform minor mechanical work on equipment to change over to a different bag or product, or as part of shutdown procedures.
• Perform minor preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Monitor equipment

Shift work

Recalibrate scales

Attention to detail

Punctual

Organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About The Role

Our Materials department, composed of over 50 people, is focused on delivering safety and reliability, and regulatory compliance for our operations site.

As a Silica Packager, this position will consist of three different assignments: the bagging system, the super-sack filling, and bulk loading. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the growing Silica family and have a positive impact on the transformation journey of Solvay.

You will be accountable for:

• Changeover/Shutdown of Automatic Bagging System (Bagging system assignment) as well as empty and purge product from the bagging system.
• Makes changes to system “parameters” (examples- fill rate, bag weights) as needed, to achieve high quality and productivity.
• Performs minor mechanical work on equipment to change over to a different bag or product, or as part of shutdown procedures.
• Performs minor preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

We offer at-will empolyment based on on-site working mode with a 7-day swing shift schedule.

About You

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Competencies:

• Must be able to monitor operation of all equipment.
• Must be willing to work shift work and overtime.
• Must be able to recalibrate and reset scales, as needed.

Behaviors:

• Attention to detail
• Punctual
• Organized

About The Pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $35.00 to $36.82 per hour, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience.

Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well‑being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part‑time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About Us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco‑friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally.

Important Important EEO information related to opening in the US

Solvay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

Solvay is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 800-311-3555 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.