Process Chemical Operator

1020 Solenis LLC US; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Solenis seeks a Chemical Operator to safely and efficiently manufacture specialty chemical products. You will operate reactors and process equipment, perform material handling, test products, and maintain accurate SAP records while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The role involves supporting shipping/receiving, equipment prep, and DOT testing in a facilities setting. Strong detail orientation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in chemical manufacturing or related production preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/inventory management systems preferred.
• Forklift, bulk material handling, or shipping and receiving experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and control chemical reactors and related processing equipment per procedures and process parameters.
• Perform material handling, inventory monitoring, and utility system oversight.
• Conduct in-process and final product testing to verify quality and adjust as needed.
• Complete SAP transactions and maintain production records supporting safety and compliance.
• Prepare containers and packaging equipment for filling, including DOT testing.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including material handling and SAP processing.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery 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 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

We are seeking a Chemical Operator to support the safe and efficient manufacture of specialty chemical products. This role is responsible for operating and monitoring chemical processing equipment, performing material handling and quality checks, maintaining production records, and supporting shipping and receiving activities while adhering to all safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and control chemical reactors and related process equipment to produce specialty chemical products in accordance with established ISO procedures, production formulas, and process parameters including temperature, pressure, flow rates, and viscosity.
• Perform material handling activities, equipment preparation, raw material additions, inventory monitoring, and utility system oversight, including cooling water, tempered water, nitrogen, instrument air, wastewater, demineralization, and other plant support systems.
• Conduct in-process and final product testing to verify product quality and make process adjustments as required.
• Complete production and inventory transactions in SAP, maintain accurate records, and support Responsible Care, environmental, and safety compliance initiatives.
• Prepare reusable containers and packaging equipment for filling through cleaning, inspection, maintenance, and required DOT testing while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support shipping and receiving operations, including receiving and shipping raw materials and finished goods, processing SAP transactions, loading and unloading bulk materials, product storage, paperwork completion, and the cleaning, loading, and sampling of portable and custom bulk equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial production, process operations, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/inventory management systems preferred.
• Forklift, bulk material handling, or shipping and receiving experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

The expected compensation range for this position is between $47,960.00 and $70,334.00 plus discretionary bonuses.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affimative 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.