Chemical Operator Job at Verdant Specialty Solutions, Inc., University Park, IL

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  • Verdant Specialty Solutions, Inc.
  • University Park, IL

Job Description

About Verdant Specialty Solutions

Verdant Specialty Solutions is a global specialty chemical company. Its customers include world-leading personal care and home care brands, energy solutions providers, and industrial companies. Verdant’s vision is to be the go-to provider of batch specialty surfactant-based chemistry for applications in the consumer and industrial markets. Based in Houston, the company has nine locations in the US and Europe. Verdant’s international team of 285 employees are committed to safety, quality, and supply reliability.

Why Join Verdant?

Our business has endless opportunities for growth! Verdant is a fast-growing company with the spirit and creativity of a small business. The company was formed in May 2021, so every employee plays an important role in culture and performance. It offers a dynamic ‘start up’ atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth and development. You can immediately make an impact in our business!

Commitment to Safety

Despite having the spirit of a small business, Verdant rivals against larger companies in its commitment to safety with industry leading environmental, quality and health standards. Safety is absolutely our number one priority for all employees.

Position Summary: We are looking for a Chemical Operator for our University Park, IL location. This is a full-time position with Rotating Shifts including nights, holidays and weekends. On the Job training. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company in the chemical manufacturing industry and gain valuable skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor chemical processes, bath reactors, blend vessels, and storage tanks in manual mode and with a computerized process control system.
  • Perform raw material additions, material transfers, and collect process samples.
  • Load and unload bulk tank trailers and railcars.
  • Perform packaging operations, including unloading drum trailers and palletizing drums and bags.
  • Operate forklifts and material moving equipment.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork, including log sheets, checklists and round sheets, and enter computer transactions into SAP system.
  • Complete janitorial duties and general laborer work as directed, including housekeeping activities.
  • Completely understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Conduct all tasks in a safe manner and utilize prescribed personal protective equipment.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Associated Degree, technical school certificate, honorable military discharge, knowledge of chemical operations, and/or manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Ability to operate a forklift is preferred
  • Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and rotating shift work. This includes nights, holidays and weekends.
  • Willing to cooperate in a team, share responsibilities, take direction from others, and train fellow employees when needed.
  • Ability to plan and organize multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Possess good mathematical, problem solving and computer skills.
  • Successful completion of the company's pre-employment process which includes a drug screen, criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Benefits

  • Competitive and comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits through Cigna.
  • Generous matching 401k plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution and yearly roll over (cannot be combined with FSA)
  • Health advocacy and services
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short term disability insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Other company paid programs including identity theft resolution, travel assistance, will preparation, discounts on gym membership and equipment, massage therapy, nutrition programs and smoking cessation.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift,

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