Chemical Operator-Newark, NJ.

Chemical Operator – 12 Hour Rotating Shift
Newark, NJ, US
On-Site

As a Chemical Operator, you’ll be working a rotating 12-hour shift pattern, to support the plant’s day-to-day operations. You’ll be supported by your team with possibilities to grow into a Chemical Manufacturing Professional and directly impact the quality of our products – helping to improve real lives.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

Learn the operations and cleaning of All-Natural Chemical equipment, that is, reactors, distillation, and autoclave
Learn the start-up, monitoring and shutdown of Natural Chemical utilities, that is, cooling towers, chillers, Vacuum pumps, air compressor, scrubbers, de-ionized water and clean steam.
Monitor chemical processes by performing general lab analyses using GC, bio-analyser, titration HPLC, pH meter and microscope.
Complete production batch records and ultimately maintain batch sheets, spreadsheets, control charts, and other documentation.
Ensure understanding of all safety, quality, housekeeping, and operational procedures, in order to utilize tools, equipment, electronic/computer systems.
Ensure understanding of Quality Control requirements for sampling and product testing.

We bring

Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

Minimum 3-year experience handling chemicals.
2 – 5 years of chemical batching experience.
Equipment operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of G.M.P’s (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.