Description JOB DUTIES: Operate all production chemical processing equipment including reactors, feeders, heat exchangers, piping networks, hoses, pumps, valves, instruments, vessels, scales, tanks, scrubbers, meters, etc Conduct DCS operation to manipulate equipment controlled by the DCS Maintain appropriate batch and shift paper work Maintain a clean and organized workplace meeting the housekeeping standard established by the Operations Manager Follow the direction of the shift coordinator in a professional and cordial manner Prepare Work Orders for maintenance on the unit as needed as well as preparing the equipment for maintenance Minimize waste generation, follow waste handling guidelines as specified in plant procedures Report any process upset, spill, injury, chemical release, security event, etc Safely operate fork trucks and the yard tractor with box and tank trailers Perform minor maintenance activities on production equipment as directed by the Operations Manager Skills reactor, distillation, compound, Urethane, DCS, distributed control system, endothermic, exothermic, reactions, monitoring reactions, Gmp, Batch making, Production, Compounding, Chemical, Mixing, Blender, Chemistry, Batching, chemical operation, reactor, Blending, Batch record, chemical synthesis Top Skills Details reactor, distillation Additional Skills & Qualifications COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE: Minimum high school education some college preferred Experience with loading and monitoring of chemical reactions requiring accurate additions to meet product specifications preferred. Experience with vacuum systems will be very helpful. Experience and Skills High School Degree or GED Required. Associate's degree is a plus. Good Mechanical aptitude skills. Safety conscious. Team player with demonstrated initiative. **Must be clean shaven and able to wear a respirator** Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of GASTONIA, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 GASTONIA,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.