Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Join our team as a Chemical Process Operator, where you will be responsible for tending to equipment and semi-automatic processes for chemical substances used in industrial or consumer products. You will work at a small chemical packaging site, handling materials and following batch sheets for chemical formulations.

Responsibilities

• Tend equipment and manage semi-automatic processes for chemical substances.
• Work as an operator and material handler in a small chemical packaging site.
• Follow batch sheets and recipes for chemical formulations.
• Lift chemical bags weighing up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• Inspect work areas and equipment to detect leaks or malfunctions.
• Shut down equipment when necessary and notify maintenance or engineering.
• Operate sit-down forklifts to move materials and bring containers for processing.
• Learn and label products, use computer software to verify product content, volume, and usage.
• Weigh and measure various quantities of solids, powders, and liquids for blending.
• Monitor valves, pressure, and gaseous materials.
• Maintain mechanical and electronic systems related to vacuum levels.
• Observe chemical reactions and document gauges, signals, and recorders.
• Receive process change notifications from lab supervisor or other employees.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating forklifts, particularly in small spaces.
• Proficiency in chemical handling, production, and material handling.
• Ability to operate RF scanners and engage in machine operations.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Proven skills in weights, measurements, compounding, blending, mixing, and batching.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work in a hot and inherently dirty environment.
• Excellent depth perception for reaching totes on high racks.
• Ability to wear a hooded respirator for certain tasks.
• Proven experience in operating forklifts with substantial accuracy.

Why Work Here?

Experience a low-stress work environment where accuracy is valued. Join a highly recognized organization in the field and be part of a team where many have thrived over the years.

Work Environment

This is a physical and dirty job where uniforms are provided. The role is on the second shift from 4 PM to 12:30 AM. You will work in a small chemical processing plant with a warehouse located about a mile away for storage. The work involves using large kitchen-aid type mixers and mechanical equipment in a smaller scale setting compared to traditional chemical plants.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.