Chemical Process Operator

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• The Chemical Process Operator performs all chemical process tests required to maintain chemical balance and material mixtures necessary for operation. Complies with safety SOPs related to chemical handling.

• Operate and control all systems, making adjustments to wastewater solutions, oils, and materials.
• Understands and complies with position‑related safety SOPs and work instructions.
• Perform required chemical process tests to maintain prescribed chemical balance for equipment operation.
• Sample solutions at prescribed intervals to assure proper chemical balance and waste measurements.
• Mix and maintain solutions for washer deionizers, coolant systems, water treatment, and soluble oil filtration systems.
• Store chemicals and compounds.
• Prepare chemical wash solutions, measuring chemicals in liquid or dry form.
• Prepare batches of soluble oil mixture according to prescribed percentages.
• Setup, adjust and maintain washer and wastewater equipment including filter changes and cleaning filter screens.
• Install, maintain, repair, and assist with overhaul on pumps, piping, plumbing, and support equipment.
• Monitor, maintain and report the Hazardous Waste Program.
• Unload and store barrel totes and bulk material deliveries such as oil and chemicals.
• Deliver materials to "ready for use" locations and maintain inventory records.
• Examine, test, and measure product from assigned equipment for quality specifications using appropriate gauges and instruments.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections, report findings, and take corrective action.
• Write and perform maintenance work orders.
• Notify supervisor of recurring equipment malfunctions.
• Notify supervisor of poor‑quality material or supplies.
• Operate equipment and assist production, as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Familiar with personal protective equipment.
• Mechanically inclined and familiar with hand tools.
• Familiar with proper handling of chemical solvents.
• Familiar with material safety data sheets.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to navigate computer‑based programs.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• Stand for long durations exceeding 8 hours a day.
• Bend over and rotate body repeatedly.
• Lift 40 pounds overhead.
• Push/pull 800 lb. drums using hand truck.
• Withstand heat, cold, vibrations, odors/fumes, and loud noise.
• Climb stairs frequently.

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans. A subsidiary of Ardagh Group, the company employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

We strive to create working environments where employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact, join our team.

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The starting hourly base for this role is $30.80 and goes up to $39.59, dependent on years of service within the company. This estimate applies to California residents; other regions may see different wages.

Entry level

Full‑time

Production, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Food and Beverage Services, Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing, Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Fairfield, CA