Company Overview:
We are a fast-growing, innovative company that is revolutionizing global health. At Vireo Systems and pH-D you will be on the ground-floor of an exciting fast-growing company that focuses on its core values and is passionate about improving the lives of people and pets by delivering premium, health products through world-class research innovation and manufacturing.
Position Summary:
This role is responsible for controlling, monitoring, and maintaining equipment and processes in a chemical manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operations while adhering to environmental, health, safety, and quality standards. Operators play a key role in maintaining production schedules, troubleshooting process deviations, and supporting continuous improvement in plant operations.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor chemical production equipment such as reactor tanks, distillation columns, pumps, compressors, and filtration systems.
- Adjust process variables (temperature, pressure, flow rates, levels) to maintain optimal conditions and product specifications.
- Perform regular inspections of plant systems to identify and resolve issues or escalate to maintenance/engineering teams.
- Start up, shut down, and clean process equipment in accordance with SOPs and safety protocols.
- Accurately record operating data, process changes, and shift reports.
- Collect in-process samples and collaborate with quality control personnel to ensure product compliance.
- Handle and transfer raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using proper procedures.
- Respond to alarms, upsets, and emergency situations following plant safety and emergency response protocols.
- Support preventive maintenance activities and assist with equipment troubleshooting.
- Work as part of a team
Requirements:
- Some exposure or experience working with chemicals is a plus, but can be trained for the right person.
- Knowledge of chemical processes, equipment, and safety standards (OSHA, PSM, environmental compliance).
- Ability to read and interpret SOPs, batch sheets, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Mechanical aptitude with exposure to vacuum pumps, valves, control panels, and instrumentation.
- Advanced communication skills and ability to work effectively on a shift team.
- Willingness to work 4 day work week (10-12 hrs./day).
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree and/or technical certifications preferred.
- 1-2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing facility/production environment/plant operations is highly preferred.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Must be able to sit/stand for 8-12 hours
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Compensation + Benefits:
- Base salary starts at $20.00/hr + bonus based on company and personal performance.
- Starting wage may be more, depending on experience
- Differential pay for second and third shifts
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplement insurance programs with company assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time off, Paid Holidays