Chemical Operator

Chemical Operator - Rotating 12-hour Day/Night Shifts!

Charlotte, NC Starting at $20/hr Weekly Pay Rapid Career Growth Opportunities Consistent Full-Time Hours + Overtime Available

Looking for more than just a job? This is an opportunity to join a growing specialty chemical manufacturer that promotes based on performance, not tenure. Whether you're coming from chemical manufacturing, batching, production, mixing, food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or another industrial environment, you'll receive hands-on technical training and have a clear path for advancement.

Why Join Us?

Weekly Pay

Consistent Full-Time Schedule

Overtime Opportunities Available

Extensive On-the-Job Training

Merit-Based Promotions and Career Advancement

Develop Specialized Chemical Manufacturing Skills

Work with Industry-Leading Equipment and Processes

Earn a Shift Premium Upon Permanent Conversion

One Full Week Off Every Month on Rotating Schedule

Position Overview

As a Chemical Operator, you'll play a critical role in safely manufacturing chemical products while ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with GMP and OSHA standards. This is a hands-on position where you'll work with reactors, pumps, tanks, raw materials, and production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

No advanced chemistry knowledge is required. We're looking for individuals with some manufacturing or chemical experience who are eager to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate reactors, pumps, tanks, and other production equipment

• Weigh, verify, and charge raw materials into production vessels

• Monitor manufacturing processes and adjust equipment as needed

• Transfer finished products into storage tanks and containers

• Complete batch documentation and production records accurately

• Follow GMP, FDA, OSHA, and company safety procedures

• Assist with product quality checks and process improvements

• Operate forklifts, lifts, and material handling equipment

• Help maintain inventory levels and production supplies

• Support chemists and engineers with manufacturing activities

• Maintain clean and organized work areas

What We're Looking For

• Some experience in chemical manufacturing, batching, mixing, production, food manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or industrial operations

• Strong attendance and reliability

• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour schedule

• Ability to work on your feet throughout the shift

• Comfortable lifting and moving materials as needed

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative and enjoys learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience

• GMP experience

• Experience working with reactors, pumps, tanks, mixers, or production equipment

• Basic computer and math skills

Schedule

12-Hour Rotating Shift

• Alternating 36-hour and 48-hour workweeks

• Day and night shift rotation

• Consistent full-time hours

• Overtime opportunities available

Training Schedule (First 4-6 Weeks):

• Monday-Friday

• 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

• Paid training at starting rate

Growth Opportunity

This company is known for promoting employees based on performance and initiative rather than years of service. Employees receive extensive technical training and can quickly develop into higher-level production and operations roles. If you're looking for a long-term career in manufacturing where hard work and a willingness to learn are recognized, this is an excellent opportunity.

Apply today to join a team that invests in your future while providing stable hours, weekly pay, hands-on training, and real advancement potential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Piedmont, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Piedmont, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Piedmont,SC.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

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): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.