Production Operator - Chemical Manufacturing

Staffmark Group; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 37 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Weekly pay

Résumé du poste

Staffmark Group is hiring an experienced Industrial Chemical Production Operator in Los Angeles, CA to support a specialty chemical manufacturer. This hands-on role involves producing epoxy and polyurethane formulations, following detailed procedures, handling chemicals safely, and operating processing equipment to meet quality and safety standards.

The position requires 3+ years in manufacturing, with flexibility to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing or industrial production experience; chemical experience preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and safety instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail, basic math, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work safely around industrial processing equipment and chemical materials.

Responsabilités

• Operate chemical processing equipment including reactors, mixers, vessels, and dischargers.
• Support production of epoxy and polyurethane formulations per procedures.
• Monitor heat, cooling, vacuum, pressure, and nitrogen purging as trained.
• Safely handle raw materials, chemical containers, and drums; maintain clean work areas.

Connaissances

Safety-conscious

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

English procedures

Outils

Reactors

Mixers

Vessels

Dischargers

Forklift operation

Description du poste

Now hiring for a Production Operator - Chemical Manufacturing

Specialty Chemical Manufacturing | Los Angeles, CA (90039)

Pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour
Shifts: 1st: 6:00 AM-2:30 PM | 2nd: 2:00 PM-10:30 PM | 3rd: 10:00 PM-6:30 AM
Schedule: Must be flexible to work any shift
Experience: Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing experience, preferably in chemical processing.

About the Opportunity

Staffmark is hiring an experienced Industrial Chemical Production Operator to support a global manufacturer of specialty chemicals and advanced materials. This is a hands-on chemical manufacturing role involving the production of specialized epoxy and polyurethane formulations used in advanced applications, including aerospace, electronics, and tooling. Unlike general production or assembly positions, this role requires the ability to follow detailed manufacturing procedures, safely handle industrial chemicals, operate processing equipment, and maintain strict quality and safety standards. We're looking for dependable, safety-conscious candidates with strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment, including reactors, mixers, vessels, and dischargers.
• Support the manufacturing of epoxy and polyurethane formulations according to established procedures.
• Monitor processing operations involving heating, cooling, vacuum, pressure, and nitrogen purging, as trained and authorized.
• Safely handle raw materials, chemical containers, and drums.
• Measure, transfer, mix, and process materials according to production instructions.
• Fill containers, clean equipment, and maintain organized production areas.
• Complete required production documentation and communicate process or equipment concerns to supervisors.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, quality requirements, PPE guidelines, and environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Operate forklifts when authorized and properly trained.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing or industrial production experience; chemical manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and safety instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work safely around industrial processing equipment and chemical materials.
• Dependable attendance and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.
• Flexibility to work first, second, or third shift as assigned.
• Ability to meet applicable job-related clearance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chemical processing, formulation, or batch manufacturing.
• Familiarity with epoxy, polyurethane, resins, reactors, or industrial mixing equipment.
• Experience handling chemical drums, raw materials, and industrial containers.
• Forklift experience.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform hands‑on production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds, following site safety procedures.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work around industrial chemical processing equipment.
• Ability to perform equipment cleaning and housekeeping tasks while following established safety procedures.

Why Join Staffmark?

• Competitive pay of $27.00-$30.00 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
• Optional 401(k) plan.
• Opportunities to develop specialized chemical manufacturing skills and grow professionally.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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