Union Production Operator - Powder Take Out

Dubois Chemicals; Sharonville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DuBois in Ohio is seeking a Powder Take Out Union Chemical Production Operator to secure raw materials and create and package products. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and reliable material handling within a powered production environment.

Responsibilities include collecting materials, packaging powders, decanting into containers, maintaining logs, and ensuring housekeeping. Shift details and full-time hours apply, with emphasis on PPE, WHMIS, SDS compliance, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience working in a chemical plant.
• 2 years experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues.
• Effective communication skills and time management.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Previous experience in a chemical plant preferred.
• 2 years experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Pass forklift driving exam (pre-offer).

Responsibilities

• Collect raw materials.
• Package powder chemicals in pails, drums, and totes.
• Decant chemicals into containers per procedures.
• Distribute supplies throughout the facility.
• Store supplies and empty containers neatly.
• Perform preventative maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
• Maintain daily logs and plant operating data.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas.
• Clean and store safety equipment for reuse.
• Report process and safety issues to supervisor.
• Comply with safety requirements and PPE per SDS.
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS, and safety training.
• Follow government/regulatory requirements when handling materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance and operate a sit-down forklift.

Skills

Forklift operation

Chemical plant experience

Manufacturing facility experience

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Stand/walk throughout shift

Forklift certification (pre-offer)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Powder Take Out Union Chemical Production Operator, you play a critical part in the organization securing raw materials in a safe environment. This position creates and packages products of various kinds.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect raw materials

• Package powder chemicals in pails, drums, and totes

• Responsible for decanting chemical into containers as specified in related procedures

• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility

• Neatly store supplies and empty containers

• Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment

• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data

• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers

• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas

• Clean and store safety equipment for re-use

• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Production Supervisor

• Comply with all safety requirements within the company

• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures

• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures

• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials

• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

• Regular and sustained attendance

• Operate a sit-down forklift

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ Years experience working in a chemical plant

• 2 Years experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility

• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues

• Effective communication skills and time management

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

• Previous experience in a chemical plant preferred

• 2 Years experience operating a forklift preferred

• Pass forklift driving exam (pre-offer)

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

OTHER INFORMATION:

This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter. This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 pounds of product. This position can work various hours.

• Full-Time (40 hours a week)

• 1st Shift

• Days: Monday - Friday

• Times: 05:00am – 01:30pm

#INDOPS

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.