Process Technician

Hawkins, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Process Technician for their Minneapolis facility. The successful candidate will operate production equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to quality and safety standards. Responsibilities include handling chemical materials and maintaining compliance with environmental and safety regulations. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 6 months of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience as a chemical operator or equivalent.
• Ability to operate an industrial forklift required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely to achieve desired production volumes.
• Handle, store, transfer, and transport chemical material.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and fill out operating data.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Industrial forklift

Job description

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Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team! As a Process Tech you will operate our production equipment safely to achieve desired production volumes and quality standards. About Hawkins Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributer, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938. Learn more about us at https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/ ABOUT THE JOB Responsibilities Responsible for, but not limited to, knowing the equipment and in-process operation. Handle, store, transfer, and transport chemical material. Operate, monitor and control continuous and batch processes; both manual and automated operation of the process (adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc.) in accordance with SOPs. Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified Accurately and completely fill out required paperwork including the recording of operating data, test results, instrument readings, shipping and receiving paperwork, plant data sheets, environmental reports, inventory sheets, inspection reports, etc. as requested. Provide routine minor maintenance to process equipment and instrumentation Apply all product quality and safety standards as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications). Ability to safely operate independently while adhering to all company Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) Complying with all applicable Federal, State, and Corporate environmental, safety and health regulations Maintain housekeeping standards Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as needed ABOUT YOU High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of 6 months experience as a chemical operator or equivalent experience Ability to safely operate an industrial fork truck required Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate and understand (both written and verbal) complex and/or technical operations and procedures Ability to comply with all mandatory Environmental, Health, & Safety and process specific training and participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team in Level A PPE [Exclude for Minneapolis and New York locations] Ability to achieve and maintain 24 Hour HAZWOPER certification [Exclude for Minneapolis and New York locations] Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office required; prior MRP or ERP experience preferred Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs and ladders Ability to wear PPE and equipment such as safety shoes, face shields, safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, gloves, and a hard hat; chemical suits and a hair/beard net when required Ability to safely operate an industrial forklift when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements (for respirator use, SQF-certified environments, etc.) Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions Willing to work around chemicals and industrial machinery TRAVEL No travel required. Ref 2025-197 All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This mployer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Hawkins, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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