Chemical Bulk Transfer Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Chemical Bulk Transfer Technician - URGENTLY HIRING

Job Description

This role involves operating in a chemical manufacturing environment to safely compound, mix, and blend high-volume liquid chemicals according to detailed batch sheets and standard operating procedures. The Chemical Bulk Transfer Technician transfers bulk liquids from tankers and rail cars, monitors processes, and works closely with quality control to ensure all finished products meet required specifications and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Transfer bulk liquid chemicals from tankers and rail cars into production vessels and storage tanks for manufacturing use.
• Operate and monitor valve and pumping systems to safely and accurately transfer liquid products between tanks, lines, and equipment.
• Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and all safety protocols during compounding, transfers, and equipment operation.
• Document finished product results, process parameters, and all required production information in batch records and logs.
• Assist with unloading and handling of bulk tankers and rail cars containing liquid chemical products, including outdoor work as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety and housekeeping standards in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with chemical compounding, mixing, blending, and batching of liquid chemicals.
• Background in chemical, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and follow batch sheets, batch records, and written process instructions accurately.
• Experience with bulk transfers of high-volume liquid compounds using valves and pumping systems.
• Understanding of chemical manufacturing processes and related safety practices.
• Ability to work with quality control or laboratory teams to ensure products meet specifications.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate documentation of production and finished product results.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing, food manufacturing, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with batch mixing, batch making, and maintaining accurate batch records.
• Comfort working with liquid chemicals and handling bulk transfers from tankers and rail cars.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety procedures consistently in a production setting.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production and quality teams.

Work Environment

This position is based in a chemical manufacturing facility with a focus on high-volume liquid chemical production. The standard schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for approximately 40 to 45 hours per week, with the option to work overtime. Work takes place primarily indoors in a production environment, with periodic outdoor work required to unload bulk tankers and rail cars of liquid chemical products. The role involves working around pumps, valves, tanks, and other processing equipment, and requires adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate protective equipment as provided by the employer.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2026.

About Actalent

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