Process Operator

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

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Production Chemical Operator

About Innovative Water Care LLC

Solenis is a specialty chemical manufacturer in Charleston, West Virginia. The company is committed to the development and manufacturing of innovative chemistries and novel delivery solutions to meet customer needs. Solenis consistently provides excellent customer service and product stewardship support in a highly regulated environment. We are committed to maintaining a safe and reliable operations for employees, and the communities in which we operate.

About This Role:

Production Operators operate the plant process equipment and controls used for converting raw material into useful products in accordance with operating standards.

The Production Operator is required to operate and troubleshoot equipment in their assigned areas of responsibility.  Job responsibilities Include using designated mobile equipment. They will be required to perform technical duties in their operating areas such as equipment start-up, shutdown, equipment cleaning and housekeeping.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties associated with the manufacture, transporting, storage and safe handling of products
• Perform various process operations including railcar unloading, calcining, centrifuging, chlorinating, drying, compacting, granulating, sizing, packaging, and monitoring of process variables. This work will be completed in compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and policies.
• Perform daily record keeping including completion of log sheets and input into computer-based data collection systems
• Routinely execute minor maintenance activities associated with process equipment in area of control
• Implements and reviews the production schedule
• Achieves department goals via working with their shift
• Monitors Health, Safety and Environmental compliance via a hands approach
• Works closely with Maintenance, and QA/QC lab, to achieve department goals
• Executes Lock Out Tag Out of equipment they are responsible for operating
• Perform housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and neat safe work area
• Participate on the emergency response team as required
• Escalation of irregularities and issues
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be able to work 12 Hour rotating shift including weekends and holidays
• Be able to work unassisted with minimal supervision
• Learn and adhere to all Solenis guidelines
• Employee must be physically able to complete all requirements of the job
• Employee must have a valid WV Driver’s License

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of Operations experience, preferably in a chemical plant environment
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills are necessary to accomplish job responsibilities including completing required production log sheets.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

 

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com

The expected compensation range for this position is between $57,000.00 and $95,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.