Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Chemical Packaging Operator and Material HandlerJob Description
This role involves operating equipment and semiautomatic processes to produce and package chemical substances used in industrial and consumer products. You will work in a small chemical packaging facility, handling materials from raw ingredients through to finished product, and ensuring that all formulations follow specified batch sheets and recipes with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and quality.
ResponsibilitiesOperate equipment and semiautomatic processes to produce and package chemical substances according to established procedures.Work as an operator and material handler in a small chemical packaging site, managing both production and material movement activities.Follow detailed batch sheets and recipes to perform chemical formulations, including compounding, blending, mixing, batching, and batch making.Lift and move chemical bags weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively as part of daily production activities.Inspect work areas and equipment regularly to detect leaks, malfunctions, or unsafe conditions, and shut down equipment when necessary while promptly notifying maintenance or engineering.Operate sit-down forklifts safely in tight spaces to move materials, including bringing barrels, drums, vials, and totes to equipment for down packing and chemical processing.Start by learning product lines, labeling products accurately, and using computer software to enter and verify product content, volume, and usage information.Provide accurate product and batch information to other operators to support proper chemical mixing and processing.Weigh and measure precise quantities of solids, powders, and liquids into heating vessels or blending tanks, ensuring adherence to specified formulations.Work with valves, pressure systems, and gaseous materials, monitoring their operation and adjusting as needed to maintain safe and effective processing conditions.Maintain and monitor mechanical and electronic systems related to vacuum levels, ensuring they operate within required parameters.Observe chemical reactions during processing, monitor and document gauges, signals, and recorders, and respond appropriately to any deviations.Receive and act on notifications from laboratory supervisors or other team members regarding process changes or adjustments needed during production.Use RF scanners or similar tools to support inventory tracking, loading, and material handling activities as required.Support general production and machine operating tasks, demonstrating mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues when appropriate.Essential SkillsProven experience operating sit-down forklifts safely and accurately in small or confined spaces.Strong depth perception and spatial awareness to handle totes and materials stored on high racks without damaging packaging.Demonstrated ability to follow detailed batch sheets and recipes for chemical formulations, including weighing and measuring solids, powders, and liquids.Experience with compounding, blending, mixing, batching, and batch making processes in a production or chemical environment.Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work with valves, pressure systems, gaseous materials, and mechanical equipment.Ability to monitor and interpret gauges, signals, and recorders, and to document process data accurately.Capability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.Experience with material handling, inventory support, loading, and use of RF scanners or similar technology.Comfort working in inherently dirty environments and in hot conditions, especially during the summer months.Ability to wear a hooded respirator (“pamper”) for certain tasks as required by specific jobs.Basic computer skills to enter, verify, and track product content, volume, and usage information.Attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy in all aspects of production and labeling.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrior experience in a chemical processing, packaging, or production environment.Familiarity with small-scale chemical processing equipment such as large mixer-type machines and blending tanks.Comfort working with drums, barrels, vials, totes, and chemical bags in a production setting.Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, lab staff, and team members regarding process changes and equipment issues.Willingness to adhere to safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and respirators.Strong reliability and consistency in attendance and adherence to work schedules.Why Work Here?
You will join a well-established organization in its field that offers a stable, lower-stress work environment where accuracy and consistency are valued over high-pressure production quotas. The team culture supports long-term employment, with many employees having grown within the organization over time. You can expect clear expectations, practical training, and a setting where safety, precision, and teamwork are central to daily operations. Uniforms are provided to support your comfort and safety, and the environment rewards individuals who take pride in doing careful, accurate work.
Work Environment
This is a physically demanding and inherently dirty job in a small chemical processing plant with a separate warehouse located about a mile away for storage. The facility uses large mixer-style equipment, heating vessels, blending tanks, and other mechanical systems, operating on a smaller scale than large chemical plants but still handling chemical bags, totes, drums, and vials on a daily basis. The work environment can be hot in the summer, and employees should expect to get dirty each day. Uniforms are provided to support cleanliness and protection. The role typically follows a day shift schedule, with an opening from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You will operate sit-down forklifts in tight spaces, work around valves, pressure systems, and gaseous materials, and use computer software and RF scanners as part of daily operations. Certain tasks require wearing a hooded respirator, and adherence to all safety and protective equipment requirements is essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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