Chemical Production Technician

Chemical Production Technician

JOB-10047219

Anticipated Start Date

November 23, 2026

Location

Mount Bethel, PA

Type of Employment

Contract

Employer Info

Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services used in many industries and for Health purposes. Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter, and energy. With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. This client also hires many of their full-time employees through temporary agencies, so many of our roles are temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for a full-time role with their company. All roles have an opportunity for career advancement once full-time with our client and provide excellent benefits to their full-time employees.

Job Summary

The Production Technicians operate chemical processes and perform production-related activities, utilizing their chemical manufacturing knowledge and experience to operate and troubleshoot the plant in a safe and efficient manner. The Production Technician works in a team environment where collaboration and teamwork are critical to meeting the goals of the business.

Job Description

• Drive a culture of "Do It Safe, Do It Right the First Time" through daily actions and communication
• Serve as the issuer of safe work permits
• Safely and efficiently operate assigned processes to meet ALAM's daily quality, production, and productivity goals
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Review and update learning resources for the processes
• Complete annual personal goals to support the plant's objectives and personal development
• Assemble and disassemble production equipment
• Must be certified to operate a forklift
• Effectively prioritize daily tasks while working with the Production Leads and Production Supervisors
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and promote a safe work environment
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment
• Successfully complete all assigned training
• Cross-train peers on approved functions

Skills Required

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a process operations environment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience handling chemicals or other hazardous materials preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working on mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb ladders
• Experience with nuclear, electronics, or mechanical training
• Understanding of analytical processes for chemical processing
• Knowledge of root cause investigation processes and methodologies
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to obtain appropriate assistance when confronted with problem situations
• Computer literate
• Ability to quickly learn technical chemical processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to interact effectively with others to accomplish daily tasks and achieve the plant's goals
• Actively participate in ALAM's Emergency Response (ER) Team, including serving as an ER entry team member
• Ability to perform technical troubleshooting to resolve process issues
• Self-starter with the ability to perform well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with stakeholders at multiple levels of the business

Education/Training/Certifications

• Associate's Degree in Applied Science in Processing Technology or other related science

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a drug screening and criminal background check
• Ability to medically pass a respiratory and physical test to wear a full-face respirator, as required
• Must be clean-shaven at all times for safety purposes
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

• Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
  • Work at heights up to 30 feet on rare occasions
  • Operate forklifts safely as part of daily job duties
  • Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Warehouse, clean room, production suite
• Required PPE:
  • OSHA PPE: steel-toe shoes/boots; FR uniform and other PPE will be provided
  • Ability to wear a full-face, tight-fitting respirator and a fully encapsulated (Level A) ER suit, Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), or any other tight-fitting and/or supplied air respirators (SAR)
• Shift Hours:
  • Night Shift: Fixed 4 days on / 4 days off with 12-hour shift (EST). No rotating between day and night shifts
  • Day Shift: Rotating 2/3 schedule with 12-hour shifts. Every other Sat, Sun, & Mon scheduled day off

Pay Rate/Salary

• $22.00/hr. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.