Chemical Operator

The Chemical Operator processes, purifies, and fabricates chemical products through a sequence of batch operations while following detailed written procedures and strict safety, quality, and environmental standards. This role operates a variety of production equipment, handles both liquid and solid chemicals, maintains accurate production and inventory records, and collaborates closely with laboratory and operations personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Work from written procedures and standard operating procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and their compounds through a sequence of batch operations.
• Operate production equipment, including reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses used in the manufacture of chemical products.
• Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters, ensuring safe and accurate transfer and measurement.
• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials and finished products to ensure batches contain the correct ingredients and quantities and that accurate inventory is maintained.
• Perform product weighing, packaging, labeling, and boxing operations in accordance with established SOPs.
• Locate materials in the warehouse and transport them to manufacturing areas using a forklift as needed.
• Collect process samples and coordinate with laboratory personnel for analysis to verify product quality and process performance.
• Maintain required log sheets, including batch tickets, packaging sheets, scrubber operation logs, pH meter calibration records, and equipment inspection documentation.
• Attend required Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) training, including Hazardous Waste Management, emergency response, and Hazard Communication, and demonstrate a solid understanding of these topics.
• Package, mark, and label hazardous waste containers in compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and applicable ISO and OSHA standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in the work area to ensure a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
• Communicate effectively with the shift leader regarding safety, production, quality, and other operational issues.
• Actively participate in shift meetings to support work planning, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all corporate, plant, and safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for tasks and areas.
• Complete all assigned training, including corporate, HSE, and quality-specific training, within required timeframes.
• Assist in training and mentoring other chemical operators in operations, processes, and procedures to support efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production and operational goals.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 2 years of applicable experience; chemical manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience operating production machinery and equipment such as reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, and associated instruments.
• Experience in material handling, including working with liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift to move materials between warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Strong attention to detail in weighing, measuring, and checking raw materials and finished products.
• Ability to follow written procedures, SOPs, and batch records accurately and consistently.
• Experience maintaining production documentation, including batch tickets, log sheets, and equipment inspection records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, and other team members.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials and hazardous waste in a regulated environment.
• Capability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Comfort working within ISO 9001 and OSHA-compliant environments and following related standards.

• Chemical manufacturing experience, particularly in batch processing, is highly preferred.
• Experience with sulfide or cyanide gold reaction processes or other precious metals products.
• Experience working in a clean-room environment.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Hazardous Waste Operations certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with Hazardous Waste Management, emergency response, and Hazard Communication practices.
• Exposure to ISO 9001 quality systems and related documentation practices.
• Ability to support and train other operators on processes and procedures.

Join a specialized chemical manufacturing environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced technical and operations professionals who collaborate across functions to support efficient, high-quality production. The organization encourages ongoing training and skill development, offers opportunities to broaden your experience with advanced processes and standards, and fosters a culture of teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This role is based in a chemical manufacturing facility that operates with structured batch processes and strict adherence to ISO 9001 and OSHA standards. You will work around production equipment such as reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses, as well as standard material handling equipment including forklifts. The environment involves handling both liquid and solid chemicals, including hazardous materials and hazardous waste, with comprehensive HSE training and procedures in place. Some operations may occur in clean-room conditions, requiring additional cleanliness and contamination-control practices. The position requires consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to housekeeping and 5S standards to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Working hours typically follow a shift-based structure, with regular communication and shift meetings to coordinate production activities and address safety, quality, and operational topics.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Haven, CT.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in West Haven,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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