Chemical Production Operator

Madden Industrial Craftsmen

Portland, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Calculators, Chemical Processes, Chemistry, Cleanroom, Crane, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Reports, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Pallet Jack, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Root Cause Analysis, Secondary School, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Time Management, Warehousing
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
1 day ago

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking Chemical Production Operators for a high-purity chemical manufacturing client. In this role, you'll learn and perform essential production tasks alongside experienced operators and supervisors, gaining hands-on training, certifications, and a path to grow your manufacturing career. If you're reliable and motivated to contribute to a company that respects your success, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay & Schedule

Pay: $23.00–$26.50/hour DOE

Shift: Day, Swing, and Night shifts available

  • Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • Swing Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (+$1.00/hour shift differential)

  • Night Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (+$2.00/hour shift differential)

Overtime opportunities available, including weekend shifts

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely don and doff cleanroom attire and PPE

  • Operate pallet jacks and overhead cranes (certification provided)

  • Label, package, and inspect drums

  • Prepare, wash, and fill drums with high-purity chemicals

  • Calibrate tools and prepare filling equipment for use

  • Maintain accurate digital records in the inventory system

  • Arrive on time and participate in passdown meetings

  • Follow assignments from senior operators and shift leads

  • Maintain housekeeping and clean production work areas daily

  • Follow all safety procedures without exception

  • Stop work and alert team members if unsafe conditions are found

  • Maintain respirator and HAZWOPER certifications

  • Participate in daily safety shares and required training

  • Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cleanroom protocols

  • Wear required cleanroom attire in designated areas

  • Report and assist in resolving quality issues

  • Participate in daily quality shares and root cause investigations

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required

  • Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions

  • Basic math skills (with calculator)

  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

  • Ability to work in PPE, including respirator and cleanroom gear as needed

  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk for long periods, and work in industrial environments

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of work experience (manufacturing, warehousing, or customer service)

  • Basic chemistry knowledge (high school level)

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Paid Holidays

  • 401(k) with Company Match

Work Environment

This role operates within a high-purity chemical manufacturing facility, including cleanroom environments. PPE, including respirators and cleanroom attire, is required as needed. Employees may be exposed to industrial equipment, chemical handling processes, and physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

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About the Company

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Madden Industrial Craftsmen

You can get onto building a business and career faster with us, because we find and match the right talented job seeking craftsmen with the right industrial jobs. For 30 years, Madden Industrial Craftsmen has served as the premier staffing provider for industrial businesses in the Pacific Northwest, which provides quality employment opportunities to our pool of skilled working craftsmen. We are a local family-owned company with deep roots in the Northwest! We are extremely proud of our extended Madden family, and invite you to take part.

Industry is our craft. Honesty and integrity is our promise.
We are Madden.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1988
WEBSITE
http://www.mici.com