Process Operator

## Process Operator Apply:
On Site:
Suffolk, Virginia, United States of America:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R0032901

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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** Join Our Team & Earn a $2,000 Sign‐On Bonus!****(paid after 90 days of successful employment.)
** This role is responsible for performing a range of assigned duties to control, monitor, and operate process equipment to produce finished products. The position supports production operations, assists with training new operators, and may provide coverage for the Lead Technician as needed.

The purpose of this position is to oversee the safe, compliant, and timely operation of production plants to ensure customer demand is met, product specifications are achieved, and all applicable regulations are followed.
* Complete training requirements as outlined in the progression plan and participate in training on new processes and tasks as required.
* Operate plant equipment to meet productivity targets and perform chemical charges safely in accordance with standard operating procedures.
* Monitor processes and adjust control parameters using designated control systems.
* Maintain process control to achieve First Pass Quality standards.
* Conduct thorough shift turnovers and ensure all required documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
* Maintain and replenish supplies and raw materials as needed within the assigned process area.
* Perform physical job requirements, including lifting up to 55 pounds, extended walking, bending, frequent stair climbing, operating a forklift, and using cleaning equipment.
* Maintain high housekeeping standards within the work area.
* Follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision to achieve daily objectives.
* Demonstrate a willingness to learn additional processes while maintaining responsibilities of the current role.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** Position Requirements
**** Education
* ** High school diploma or GED required. Proficient in math, written and spoken English
* Technical training preferred
** Experience
* ** Minimum 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, handling chemicals preferred.
* Ability to interface with computer operated systems and programs
** Physical Demands
*** Lift up to 50 pounds approximately 15%–40% of the time
* Ability to climb stairs and/or ladders an average of 35 times per shift
* Ability to pass a pulmonary function test to wear a respirator (clean shaven)
* Able to work 3 on 3 off rotating (days/nights) 12-hour shifts.
** Working Conditions
*** Exposure to noise, dust, wet floors, seasonal heat and cold, hazardous chemicals, and chemical odors
* Required use of personal protective equipment, including a negative‐pressure respirator, safety shoes, hard hat, and safety glasses
** Special Skills and Training
*** Forklift and hoist operation, including equipment inspection and cleaning
* Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and/or waste
* Required training, in compliance with federal…