Union Operator

Croda Singapore; New Castle, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Croda is seeking a Union Operator for our New Castle, Delaware site. You will handle raw materials, operate vessels, and manage packaging while following SHE guidelines, cGMP, and safety procedures.

The role requires at least 3 years of chemical operator experience, a high school diploma, and basic math/reading skills. On-site work with equipment operation, maintenance prep, and emergency procedures is included.

Qualifications

• 3+ years chemical operator experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and reading comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications – 80%
• Operate the vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures
• 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
• Handle and locate chemicals – 10%
• Load and unload bulk/packaged materials (raw materials and finished products)
• Pick raw materials from storage & charge materials
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment
• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely in an environmentally sound manner including emergencies, start-up and shut down and OSHA related issues
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment and its use. Partner with Operations to safely manage the site maintenance process. Problems are usually complex in nature and require a high degree of troubleshooting skills. Problems can also include an advisory role in emergency situations.

Skills

Chemical operator experience

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fork truck license

Job description

New Castle, DE, United States of America

Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Union Operator to join our team.

You will be responsible for performing all duties associated with the operational aspect of production, including but not limited to the receiving and charging of raw materials, the operation of vessels, and the extraction and packaging of finished product in compliance with SHE guidelines, government regulations, cGMP, manufacturing packets and process procedures, and at the discretion of the supervisor.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

• Produce finished goods according to customer specifications – 80%
• Operate the vessels and equipment following manufacturing procedures
• 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
• Handle and locate chemicals – 10%
• Load and unload bulk/packaged materials (raw materials and finished products)
• Pick raw materials from storage & charge materials
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment
• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely in an environmentally sound manner including emergencies, start-up and shut down and OSHA related issues
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment and its use. Partner with Operations to safely manage the site maintenance process. Problems are usually complex in nature and require a high degree of troubleshooting skills. Problems can also include an advisory role in emergency situations.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

3+ years chemical operator experience

High school graduate

• Basic math skills (computation) and basic reading comprehension.
• RCRA/Hazardous Waste Handler, Fork truck training and license,
• Safety training preferred

Additional Information

This is an on-site position at our New Castle, DE site.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [e-mail] .

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are 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.

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