Drumming and Blending Chemical Operator

Middle River, United States | Posted on 09/28/2026

Sole Hire is a Recruiting, HR Consulting, and Candidate Connection firm specializing in a wide range of Human Resources & Talent Management services.

Middle River, MD | Full-Time | On-Site | $20–$22/hour | Morning Shift: 7am–3pm

Sole Hire is recruiting on behalf of an F&F client based in Middle River, MD. Our client is an established chemical and ingredient distribution company. They're looking for a dependable, safety-minded Drumming & Blending Chemical Operator to join their production team.

You'll be part of a hands-on production team that runs the machinery used to mix and process chemicals. That includes cleaning, preparing and monitoring equipment, following strict blend sheets, recording process details, troubleshooting equipment issues and helping improve processes.

• Package and transfer chemicals safely into containers of various sizes
• Follow strict blend sheets to mix chemicals for drumming
• Process chemicals on equipment such as reactors and distillation systems
• Load and unload bulk tank trailers
• Operate forklifts and other material-moving equipment
• Complete packing sheets, checklists and other paperwork
• Wear the right protective equipment and follow all safety policies
• Handle housekeeping, janitorial and general labor tasks as directed

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience (preferred)
• An understanding of chemical processes
• Basic computer skills and good verbal and written communication
• A team player who does well in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Commitment to safety and quality standards, including wearing protective gear

• Warehouse and outdoor work
• Long periods of walking, standing or sitting, plus climbing, crouching and operating tools
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more

• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA (health care and dependent care)
• Short- and long-term disability, plus hospital indemnity
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Company-paid parental leave
• Pet insurance, legal and identity theft protection, and a transit benefit
• 8 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. We can't offer visa sponsorship.
• This is an on-site role, so candidates must live within commuting distance of Middle River, MD.