Associate Loading Unloading Rail Cars Jobs in California

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future. 

Join our team as a Tank Farm Operator on 3rd Shift 8:30pm to 5:00am

Base pay $23-26 plus shift differential.

Sunday + Monday or Wednesday + Thursdays off.

A tank farm operator in the chemical industry is responsible for the safe handling, storage, and transfer of liquid chemicals in a controlled environment. These roles are critical for ensuring product integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational safety.
Role Responsibilities. 

• Receiving & Staging: Operate yard trucks or forklifts to set and remove semi-trailers, pallets, drums, totes, and pails to the correct dock or storage location
• Loading/Unloading: Connect and disconnect bulk tank trucks, turn valves, start pumps or air systems, and transfer chemicals to specified tanks 
• Sampling & Testing: Draw samples for quality control and water quality testing, and monitor water levels during inclement weather 
• Inspection & Maintenance: Patrol tanks, pumps, valves, piping, and electrical connections; report leaks, pressure/temperature issues, and hazards 
• Record Keeping: Log materials received/distributed, gauge readings, pumping times, and storage dates 
• Housekeeping: Maintain clean, safe conditions by emptying diking areas, removing debris, and ensuring proper labeling and placarding 
• Support Duties: Assist in equipment maintenance, basic receiving, and inventory management

• Produce and mix chemicals as needed
• Understand and operate plant equipment and processes
• Load and Unload tanks, rail cars, tanker trailers, and all other containers
• Regularly lift 75 pounds
• Operate pumps, mixers, and blenders
• Operate forklift
• Keep work area clean
• Light maintenance
  Qualifications:
   
• Desire and demonstrated ability to work safely and promote safety and safe work practices.
• Be quality conscious.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Stability in work history. Prefer a minimum of 2-3 years of prior work experience.
• Willing to submit to a background screening.
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language well. This is a safety as well as an operational issue.
• Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions in detail and learn additional skills with experience.
• Capacity to work in extreme conditions (temperature) and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Flexibility to work varying hours or shifts if necessary.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, including the use of tools and equipment, is preferred.
• Ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical resistant gloves and boots, safety glasses, hard hat, face shield, full-face respirator (if required), chemical splash suit (overalls and jacket)

  Why Thatcher is right for you

• 100% company-funded Profit Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401 (k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA,
• 3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
• Safety Bonus- up to $250 per quarter
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.