Trainee - Operative

Alta Performance Materials group; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

401(K) plan with employer match

Job summary

ALTA Performance Materials US, LLC in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Chemical Blender/Operator to join our growing team. The role supports resin blending, materials handling and batch preparation in a safety-conscious environment.

You will operate process tanks, monitor temperatures and mixer speeds, document logs, and handle hazardous waste per guidelines. Starting pay is $20.86 per hour with medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with basic math and science;
• Previous chemical manufacturing experience a plus;
• Ability to perform physical activity and lift 30–75 lbs;
• Experience with mechanical equipment and pumps is a plus;
• On-the-job training will be provided;
• 40–50 hour work week with OT and some Saturdays;
• Forklift certification or on-site training available;
• Must wear PPE including respirator, hard hat, steel-toe boots;
• SAP experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Transfer base resins and blends per procedures and maintain logs.
• Dispose of hazardous waste per laws and procedures.
• Ensure proper labeling and drum condition for shipments.
• Handle liquids and solids with required PPE and setup safety measures.
• Measure and add materials to batches for color/tinting; control temperature and mixer speeds.
• Manually add raw materials and operate forklifts for moving drums/pallets.

Skills

Basic math

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Alta Performance Materials US, LLC

Be Part of a Bold New Chapter in Composites Industry, join ALTA Performance Materials

ALTA Performance Materials is the global leader in a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. ALTA Performance Materials are used in several global markets: including building materials; corrosion-resistant fibre reinforced plastic; recreation; transportation; and wind energy. The business has operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe, Brazil, India and China.

For decades, we’ve set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we’re writing the next chapter—an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio ofpremium brandsand a culture built on trust,proactivityandpartnership, we’re shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what’s next.

We are currently looking for a Chemical Blender/Operator to join our team inFort Smith, AR. This role is a key part of our growing organization and offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic, collaborative environment. If you are passionate about delivering results, building strong partnerships, and contributing to high-performance solutions, we would love to hear from you.

Comprehensive Benefits Program

• Starting Pay: $20.86/hr.
• Employee benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
• Highly competitive 401(K) plan; 3% employer contribution and an employer match of 100% on the first 6% of employee contributions

Responsibilities include

• Transfer base resins to make blends in process tanks to proper specifications by following procedures and instructions which include transferring resin to and from tanks. This includes maintaining all logs, paperwork, weighing and measuring chemicals/additives associated with making batches.
• Dispose of all hazardous and contaminated refuse per plant procedures.
• Ensure that all hazardous waste shipments comply with government laws and regulations including labeling and drum condition. This includes maintaining all logs and paperwork associated with hazardous waste shipments.
• Safely handle, utilizing all necessary personal protective equipment, numerous liquid and solid raw materials used in the blending process by following established procedures and instructions.
• Must be able to utilize scales and measuring devices to make proper additions to batches for color or tinting and apply all safety protocols required to handle the additives.
• Manually add bags of raw materials to the base resin batches and control temperature and mixer speeds according to procedures.
• Safely drive a forklift to move drums / pallets. Perform daily checks on the forklifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma along with basic high school math and science skills
• Previous chemical manufacturing experience (a plus)
• Ability to perform physical activity (continuous standing, walking, climbing stairs, etc.)
• Previous mechanical equipment experience, operate pumps, compressors, etc.
• Must successfully complete on-the-job training.
• Ability to work a 40 to 50 hour week (4AM start) with some OT and Saturday if required.
• Must be able to be certified to Drive Fork Trucks, will be trained on site.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (30-75 lbs.).
• Skills to perform word processing, spreadsheet, SAP experience desirable
• Ability to wear Full Face respirator, hard hat, steel toe foot ware, eye protection, gloves, and other PPE

ALTA Performance Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business needs.