Senior Chemical Operator

W.R. Grace & Co.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace, a leading chemical manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Chemical Operator for the Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD plant. You will operate chemical processing equipment, monitor and control processes, and ensure compliance with EH&S standards.

The role requires 12-hour rotating shifts, ability to handle hazardous materials, and maintaining equipment and data records. Candidates should have 2–3 years of industrial experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to read, write, and type in English.
• Complete the Skills Assessment.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift.
• 2–3 years of industrial manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment per SOPs.
• Lead safety by complying with EH&S standards and procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Record plant data and ensure good housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Use PCs for reporting and communication and monitor plant operations.

Skills

Industrial manufacturing

English literacy

Reading specifications

12-hour shift

Safety awareness

Skills assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Process Technology

Tools

DCS Control system

Job description

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Grace, a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals, is currently seeking an experienced Chemical Operator for our team at the Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD plant. This role will be responsible for handling, storing, and transporting chemical materials, operating and monitoring both continuous and batch processes, troubleshooting operational issues, and performing routine minor maintenance on process equipment and instrumentation.

At the Curtis Bay site, all employees have a role in upholding environmental, health, and safety standards. Each team member is accountable for ensuring compliance with our EHS policies, including emergency preparedness and response, as outlined in both site-wide and local area documentation.

Schedule

• Week 1: 4 consecutive night shifts, then 3 days off
• Week 2: 3 regular day shifts, 1 day off, then 3 more night shifts
• Week 3: 3 days off, then 4 consecutive day shifts
• Week 4: 7 days off

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment following standard operating procedures.
• Act as a safety leader. Comply with all plant environmental, health, safety, and process safety standards and procedures. Report hazards, deviations, and injuries in a timely manner.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained in all assigned areas.
• Utilize technology such as PCs for reporting and communication.
• Participate in training initiatives as required, attend required meetings and complete required testing within specified time frames.
• Monitor plant equipment and control plant operations.
• Communicate plant status with relief and coworkers.
• Record plant process, quality, and environmental data.
• May be assigned other duties that are equivalent in skill to job requirements.

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards while working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials.
• Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to read, write, and type the English language.
• Ability to read and comprehend detailed specifications, including computer graphical user interface and basic math ability.
• Candidate must successfully complete the Skills Assessment.
• Candidate must successfully pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment.
• Candidate must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule including days and nights, holidays and weekends and overtime.
• 2–3 years of industrial manufacturing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• DCS Control system knowledge and experience.
• Associate degree in Process Technology or similar.