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Chemical Operator

Wacker Chemical Corporation
vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Kentucky, Calvert City
854 North Main Street (Show on map)
Sep 08, 2025
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future. To strengthen our team in Calvert City, we are looking for you as a(n) Chemical Operator. This is Us: Chemical Operator is a shift position (rotating 12 hours, days and nights). The Operator is responsible for the overall filtration process for all stripper systems from the stripper to the storage tanks, including the Sweco filters and FSI filters. The operator also rotates on a daily basis to operate the belt press area. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Section 3 Operator is a shift position divided into three positions: tank truck loader, rail car loader, and tank manager, which rotate daily. The operator is responsible for unloading bulk raw materials, sampling for the bio program, and filtering the finished product. The Section 3 operator is also responsible for general warehouse tasks involving loading and unloading tank trucks and railcars, finished product filtering, and management of product storage tanks. It is the responsibility of each employee to know, understand, and diligently practice our EH&S and Security policies and practices. ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal chemical hazards found in a typical chemical plant. Works rotating shift work hours. Employee is subject to and is expected to work overtime requirements in the section 2 overtime rotation. Appropriate personal protective equipment is to be used whenever potential exists for exposure to hazardous materials. Works job on a rotating basis in conjunction with two warehouse operating positions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND APTITUDES: Medium Work--lifting 55 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects. Often requires stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and reaching. Learn and explain WCC/ISO procedures, rules and regulations. Work independently with little supervision. Perform basic math skills Establish and maintain effective and cooperative work environment with others Understand and follow verbal and written direction Good communication skills Good computer skills Basic knowledge of Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies. Knowledge of LO/TO procedure What we need from you: High School diploma required; some college coursework is preferred A minimum of 3 years of industrial plant experience is required, and a minimum of two years of chemical plant process operations experience is preferred. What do we offer? WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development. Compensation and Incentive Plans Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 91 401(k) with company match Education Assistance Program Career development and advancement opportunities We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com. Reference Code:30085 The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card). Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.