Process Operator

Croda; Mill Hall (Clinton County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Croda in Mill Hall, PA seeks a Process Operator to support production operations, including raw material handling, vessel operation, and packaging finished goods. You will follow SHE guidelines, comply with cGMP and manufacturing procedures, and work under supervision.

No prior experience is required, with high school diploma and forklift training as preferred. The role emphasizes safety, accurate data recording, and teamwork on a fast-paced production floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift training and safety training preferred.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate vessels and equipment following established procedures.
• Charge vessels with raw materials and monitor processes.
• Maintain safe work environment and follow cGMP guidelines.
• Sample products and adjust batch based on lab results.
• Record data on batch sheets and print packaging labels.
• Operate fork truck and assist with material handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Forklift training

Safety training

Basic math skills

Basic reading comprehension

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

Process Operator – Mill Hall, PA

Be part of our journey.

As a global leader in specialty chemicals, we continue to succeed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable and high-performance solutions. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace.

Our ideal person: We want the best fit for the role. We outline expectations for the role and core skills and experiences required, and traits that would make you an ideal fit.

Overall Description

The process operator is responsible for safely performing all duties associated with the operational aspect of production, including receiving and charging raw materials, operating vessels, and extracting and packaging finished product. All work is done with compliance to SHE guidelines, government regulations, cGMP, manufacturing packets and process procedures, and at the discretion of the controlling supervisor.

Key Duties

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment
• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely, in an environmentally sound manner, and according to cGMP, including during emergencies, startup and shutdown, and OSHA related issues
• Access electronic communication and procedures regularly (e.g. email, Intelex)
• Know personal protective equipment and its use
• Hold others accountable for safety and elevate issues as necessary
• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications
• Operate the vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures
• Assist with charging vessels with raw materials
• Monitor temperature and pressure, charge and discharge raw materials/run boil outs
• Sample product by following sampling procedures (take sample to lab, get results, adjust batch as necessary)
• Record basic data on batch sheets
• Package the product
• Operate ancillary equipment (e.g. cleaning and washing drums, cardboard bailer, inline filter)
• Handle and locate chemicals
• Drum product & repackage
• Pick raw materials from storage & charge materials
• Operate fork truck

Experience Required

No previous experience required. Manufacturing experience preferred.

Education / Specialized Training

High school graduate. Fork truck training and license. Safety training. Basic math skills (computation) and basic reading comprehension.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to walk, stand or sit for a minimum of 12 hours a day. Able to lift 50 pounds and 155 pounds with help. Required to move throughout the production floor including uneven surfaces, climb stairs and ladders. Must be able to wear a respirator and pass all pulmonary function tests.

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce is directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. This Organization Participates in E-Verify.