Distillation Operator

Job Title: Distillation Operator

Looking to grow your career in chemical manufacturing, wastewater treatment, environmental processing, or industrial operations? We"re seeking a hands-on Distillation Operator to support distillation and recovery processes in a fast-paced production environment.

What You"ll Do

• Operate distillation and processing equipment
• Perform laboratory testing including GC, titrations, moisture analysis, and quality checks
• Monitor process conditions and make operational adjustments
• Load/unload materials and transfer products between tanks
• Complete production documentation and inventory records
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow established safety procedures

What We"re Looking For

• Experience in chemical manufacturing, wastewater treatment, environmental services, industrial processing, refining, or related operations
• Wastewater Operator experience is highly valued
• Experience with wet chemistry, gas chromatography (GC), titrations, moisture analysis, or industrial laboratory testing
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in an industrial environment
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and documentation
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot processes
• Bachelor"s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related science field is preferred, but equivalent industry experience will also be considered

Why Apply?

• Gain experience with advanced chemical processing and distillation equipment
• Combination of laboratory and operations responsibilities
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule
• Valuable experience in chemical manufacturing, environmental services, and process operations

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial environmental waste processing plant, requiring work both in the lab and outdoors on distillation equipment. The work environment is characterized by a small team and strong leadership, with a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, approximately 50/50. The role is on the 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Chicago, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Chicago, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Chicago,IN.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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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.