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Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, operating equipment, and being part of a team that creates products used every day? We're seeking a Chemical Production Operator & Material Handler to join our growing operation. This is a great opportunity for individuals with manufacturing, chemical processing, forklift, or warehouse experience who are looking for a stable role with variety, responsibility, and opportunities to expand their skills.

In this position, you'll play a critical role in producing and packaging chemical products used in industrial and consumer applications. You'll work with modern equipment, follow production formulas and batch instructions, operate forklifts, and help keep operations running safely and efficiently. If you take pride in accuracy, safety, and teamwork, we'd love to meet you.

As a Chemical Production Operator & Material Handler, you'll be involved in both production and material handling activities, including:

• Operate production equipment and semi-automated processes used in the manufacturing and packaging of chemical products.
• Follow batch sheets, formulas, and production instructions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Weigh, measure, and blend ingredients according to established production requirements.
• Monitor production processes, gauges, and equipment to ensure products are manufactured safely and efficiently.
• Conduct inspections of equipment and work areas to identify potential issues and maintain safe operations.
• Operate sit-down forklifts to move raw materials, finished goods, totes, drums, and other containers throughout the facility.
• Use RF scanners and inventory systems to track materials and product movement.
• Apply labels and accurately document product information, production data, and inventory transactions.
• Assist with loading, staging, packaging, and general material handling activities.
• Communicate with supervisors, maintenance teams, quality personnel, and coworkers to support smooth production operations.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality procedures.

✅ Diverse responsibilities combining production, equipment operation, forklift work, and inventory tasks

✅ Opportunity to learn chemical processing and manufacturing operations

✅ Hands-on position that keeps you active and engaged throughout your shift

✅ Small-team environment where your contributions are valued and noticed

✅ Stable manufacturing role with opportunities to expand your skill set

✅ Safety-focused workplace with training and support

✅ Opportunity to work with advanced production equipment and processes

We're seeking dependable individuals who enjoy working in a manufacturing environment and take pride in producing quality work.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in chemical manufacturing, blending, batching, compounding, production, or related manufacturing environments.
• Previous sit-down forklift experience with the ability to maneuver safely in tight spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow formulas, batch sheets, and written instructions precisely.
• Experience handling materials and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly throughout the shift.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production equipment, valves, pumps, and related systems.
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking, production reporting, and data entry.
• Experience with warehouse operations, inventory management, or RF scanners is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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.

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.