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Production Chemical Operator Lead, Chemical Manufacturing & DeltaV DCS

Onsite · Houston, Texas
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own safe chemical processing at a new 17 acre Pasadena facility driving start-up operations and production quality. You’ll work on reactors, mixers, pumps, tanks, and automated control systems on first shift transitioning to rotating 12-hour shifts. You will join a small, safety‑driven team at Ethox Chemicals under the Syntha Group with opportunities to grow across technician levels A, B, and C and help shape operational excellence from day one. This role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing, strict SOP adherence, documentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do10

  • 1Build and operate equipment to safely process chemicals and meet production parameters
  • 2Design and execute material transfers into drums, totes, and tankers while verifying batch/lot numbers
  • 3Operate reactors, pumps, valves, and packaging equipment to achieve quality targets
  • 4Monitor parameters, collect samples, and document results in production records per SOPs
  • 5Own machine setup, routine inspection, housekeeping, and safe operation of forklifts and pallet jacks
  • 6Respond to plant emergencies per policy and report defects in the EAM system
  • 7Support startup activities and shift handoffs to maintain continuous production
  • 8Maintain compliance with PPE and safety protocols during all stages of production
  • 9Assist in training others and completing SOP certifications for C, B, and A levels
  • 10Contribute to incident investigations and SOP revisions with the Manufacturing Manager

Requirements8

  • 1High School Diploma required
  • 2Preferred: continuing education or technical training in chemical manufacturing
  • 31–2 years chemical or manufacturing experience for C/B levels; 5+ years for A level (as described)
  • 4Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • 5Basic computer proficiency and willingness to operate a forklift
  • 6Ability to pass pre-employment background, physical, and drug screen
  • 7Regular on-site attendance and willingness to work overtime and rotating 12-hour shifts
  • 8Ability to lift up to 50lbs and move drums, pallets, and full containers as part of duties

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationHouston, Texas

Required Skills

forklift operationpallet jack operationchemical handlingDCS systems (DeltaV)Chempaxbasic computer proficiencysafety protocol adherenceSOP compliance
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