Utility Worker Chemical Manufacturing - 1st shift

daubertchemical; Forest View (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health benefits (BCBS IL)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Disability & family leave

Training & safety gear

Life Insurance & identity protection

Job summary

Daubert Chemical Company is seeking a Utility Worker in Forest View, IL to support production in a fast-paced plant. The role involves handling chemicals, operating a forklift, and performing quality checks to ensure product standards are met.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm, with overtime possible. This position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to SOPs. Training, PPE, and safety equipment are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; candidates with 3 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Clean driving record and ability to operate forklift after training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production stages: mixing, blending, pouring, packaging chemicals.
• Locate and transport drums, kegs, totes, and pails to filling area via forklift.
• Perform quality control checks on materials and products to meet specs.
• Monitor inventory levels and report discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas; follow 5S housekeeping.

Skills

Communication

English literacy

Math skills

Forklift operation

Attendance

Team player

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years relevant experience

Job description

Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute to the operations of a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment? Are you looking to work for a stable, family-owned employer who values growth and learning? If you are proactive, safety-conscious, and thrive in a fast-paced industrial setting, Daubert Chemical Compan y would like to talk with you. We are currently seeking a dedicated Utility Worker to join our team in Forest View, IL, near Midway Airport. Join us as we continue to innovate and produce high-quality chemical products for our customers. In return, Daubert offers:

• $21.00/hr. base pay;annual increase reviews
• Bonus opportunity; eligible employee referral program up to $1,500
• BCBS of Illinois Medical &Dental. Vision Service Plan.
• 401(k) with immediate company match
• Paid time off with 11 annual Holidays plus vacation and sick time
• Disability, Family, & Military Leave
• Paid training, uniform service included, all safety equipment provided, company lunch events
• Life Insurance (Whole & Term), Identity Protection and more!

We are open Sunday - Friday. Some overtime is mandatory, and work hours may be adjusted for necessary business reasons, e.g. training, order demand.

• 1st Shift 5:00 am - 1:30 pm (Monday-Friday)
• Utility Workers are responsible for a variety of tasks including general labor across the plant, supporting the production process, and ensuring the smooth operation of the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in various stages of production process, including mixing, blending, pouring, and packaging chemicals and chemical products. Records required information on the batch sheet.
• Reviews drumming sheets. Locates drums, kegs, totes, and pails as needed for orders. Transports items to filling area via forklift.
• Performs quality control checks on raw materials, intermediate products and finished products to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.
• Monitors inventory levels of raw materials and finished products, reporting discrepancies, and assisting in inventory counts as needed.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation related to production activities and quality control checks.
• Performs activities to safely clean, secure and maintain equipment and work areas as required. Participate in housekeepingin the facility according to 5S.
• Follows, without exception, all work instructions, SOP’s, and safety rules, including use of all proper PPE and other safety equipment.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• High school diploma or GED required. Candidates with 3 years of relevant experience may also be considered.
• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Basic math skills required.
• Good problem-solving ability; makes efficient use of time within shift directives.
• Ability to be trained and safely operate a forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between departments and warehouses. Minimum 1 year experience.
• Works well within a team and able to follow specific directions.
• Punctuality and excellent attendance are expected and required.
• Ability to meet physical demands of a fast-paced work environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical and work environment demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the workeris frequently required to reach with both hands and arms. Speaking and hearing is required. The workeris required to stand; walk, climb; use both hands and all fingers; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on occasion. The workermust regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Passing a respirator fitting and pulmonary fit test is required.

Relocation assistance is not available. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Daubert Chemical Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.