Production Operator

Production OperatorThe Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently handling liquid and dry chemical products, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance throughout all warehouse and transfer operations. This hands-on role involves mixing and blending chemicals, loading and unloading trucks, tankers, and railcars; operating forklifts and other industrial equipment; repackaging and labeling materials; and maintaining precise inventory records. No two days are the same; you will work with a variety of products, equipment, and processes in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail truly matters. If you take pride in doing things right, enjoy physical, active work, and want to grow your skills in a stable, safety-first company, we want to hear from you.With your talent we will unlock innovationEmbrace. Engage. Empower.GeneralMixing/blending/manufacturingReceive/unload and prepare/load liquid and dry chemical products from/to trucks, tankers, and railcarsOperation of powered and manual industrial lift trucksRepackage product into proper containers for storage or shipmentResponsibility for inventoryGeneral maintenanceOther duties as assigned, including general warehouse duties as requiredEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma, general education degree (GED), or US military experiencePossess or able to pass exam to obtain Forklift Operators certification and demonstrate ability to operate a forklift safelyAbility to read, comprehend and carry out detailed and simple instructions in English and write simple correspondenceAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measureAbility to learn and operate technology-based devices to carry out normal business operationsOther Job RequirementsParticipate in ongoing safety program including safety meetings and trainingsMust be available to work any days of the week, any assigned 8-12 hour shiftWillingness to work overtime or weekends as neededGood safety and attendance recordAbility to work cooperatively with other departments and personnelObserve, follow and enforce all company policies and proceduresMust pass pre-employment drug screen and background checkMust pass E-verify checkMust be capable of attaining a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) card for participating MTSA facilities within Brenntag. Only applicable to MTSA sites.This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Physical RequirementsAble to pass company physical and all training requirements, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment, which may include a respirator.Able to perform all functions of loading, unloading, packaging, stacking, palletizing, storage, and movement of materialAble to utilize tools and equipment as necessary to perform job tasksStanding and walking for long periods of time, up to 95% of dayMust be able to operate standing & sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks and drum pickers.Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to the top of tanks, tankers and rail carsFrequently exposed to outside weather (from 10% to 75% of the time) sometimes in extreme weather conditionsOur OfferWe aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.Paid parental leaveEducation assistance programEmployee assistance programVarious healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources.