Job Title: Production Technician

Job Description

Essential functions include the efficient operation of the specialty chemicals plant. Candidates will work with powdered chemicals used in the polymer making process—used in plastics in waste water treatment plants. Candidates must be able to work at elevated heights and consistently move between four levels of the facility. Initially, candidates will shadow other operators, document processes, and perform basic tasks. Once trained, this position is responsible for the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the chemicals' plants, including utilities, bulk storage, and warehouse. Responsibilities include operating plant machinery and equipment, performing repetitive tasks, and remaining stationary for extended periods. This may include opening and closing valves, monitoring instrumentation panels, and reporting findings from gauges. Candidates will dump 10-kilo bags into containers, utilize basic math skills to track and monitor plant data, and follow procedures. Duties also include climbing ladders, operating forklifts, and performing manual tasks lifting up to 50 lbs. Candidates must stay current on operating procedures, emergency procedures, safety protocols, and policies. They will move about the premises daily and between buildings, often exposed to the elements and weather conditions. Candidates are expected to perform independently and precisely follow verbal and written instructions. They must communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management. Training lasts 1-2 weeks before starting work. Candidates must pass a physical, fit test, and pulmonary function test. They will wear a full-face respirator or Tyvek hood, and a Tyvek suit for 3-4 hours each day, ensuring material does not contact their skin.

Hard Skills

• Operating plant machinery and equipment

• Basic math skills

• Forklift operation

• Use of power tools and hand tools

• Performing maintenance on equipment

• Troubleshooting minor maintenance defects

• Some electrical experience preferred

Soft Skills

• Ability to work independently

• Following verbal and written instructions precisely

• Effective communication with all levels of staff and management

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in North Chesterfield, Virginia.

Work Environment

Clean room is air-conditioned; however, the rest of the plant is not. The facility has multiple levels, requiring walking up and down stairs. Candidates will be exposed to dry chemical materials, dust, noise, fluctuating temperatures, and both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. The environment involves working with flammable and toxic materials. Currently running 8-hour shifts, rotating every 2 weeks (1st shift: 7 AM - 3 PM, 2nd shift: 3 PM - 11 PM, 3rd shift: 11 PM - 7 AM), Monday through Friday.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.