Chemical Operator

Chemical Operator - Rochester, NY (Onsite)

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

The Chemical Operator works a rotational schedule to meet maintain 24-hour operation of the manufacturing processes. This position is located at our Rochester, NY plant.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for safe and efficient operation of assigned process areas such that all regulatory, health, safety and environmental requirements are satisfied.

• Must acquire a working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and ISO requirements.

• Will handle hazardous chemicals and hazardous waste during the normal operation of this position.

• Constantly striving to improve process knowledge, obtain new certifications and maintain existing certifications.

• Informs supervision in a timely manner of conditions which may affect safety, quality, capacity or cause a process equipment hazard.

• Planning and responding to emergencies that involve hazardous waste.

Qualifications & Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED. Preferred Associates degree.

• 3-5 years experience working in a manufacturing environment. Will consider entry level candidates.

• Chemical manufacturing or chemical experience background highly preferred.

• Familiar and comfortable with computers, and hand tools.

• May be required to work overtime as needed.

The expected salary range for this role is pays between $26.00 to $27.00 an hour, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.  All candidates must be able to work rotating shifts and will receive a shift differential.

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.  

This role is also eligible to earn a bonus and benefits as defined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.  

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.