Production Chemical Operator Lead, Chemical Manufacturing & DeltaV DCS
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
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