**Job Title: Production Technician** **Job Description** The Production Technician will efficiently operate a specialty chemicals plant, working with powdered chemicals used in the polymer making process for plastics and waste water treatment plants. The role requires working at elevated heights and consistent movement between four levels of the facility. Initially, candidates will shadow other operators, document processes, and perform basic tasks. Once trained, the technician will ensure the safe and environmentally sound operation of the plant, including utilities, bulk storage, and warehouse. **Responsibilities** + Operate plant machinery and equipment as necessary. + Perform repetitive tasks and remain stationary for extended periods. + Open and close valves, monitor instrumentation panels, and report findings from gauges. + Dump 10-kilo bags into containers, utilize basic math skills, and track and monitor plant data. + Climb ladders and operate forklifts. + Perform manual duties, lifting up to 50 lbs. + Stay current on operating procedures, emergency procedures, safety, and policies. + Move about the premises daily and between buildings, exposed to elements and weather conditions. + Independently follow verbal and written instructions. + Communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management. + Use forklifts, industrial scales, power tools, and hand tools. + Perform maintenance on equipment as needed. + Troubleshoot minor maintenance defects. + Train for 1-2 weeks before starting independent work. **Essential Skills** + Ability to work at elevated heights and move between facility levels. + Ability to perform repetitive tasks and remain stationary for extended periods. + Basic math skills. + Effective communication with all levels of staff and management. + Ability to follow verbal and written instructions precisely. + Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. + Ability to use forklifts, industrial scales, power tools, and hand tools. + Troubleshooting and minor maintenance skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Previous chemical experience is not required. + Open to both experienced and trainable candidates. + Packaging experience is a plus. + Some electrical experience for instrumentation is preferred. + Must pass a physical, fit test, and pulmonary function test. **Why Work Here?** This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly technical and dynamic environment. We value continuous learning and provide thorough training to ensure success. Our team is committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence. Join us to grow your skills and make a significant impact in the chemical production industry. **Work Environment** The clean room is air-conditioned, while the rest of the plant is not. The facility has multiple levels, requiring walking up and down stairs throughout the day. The plant environment includes exposure to dry chemical materials, dust, noise, fluctuating temperatures, and hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. Shifts run for 8 hours and rotate every two weeks: 7-3, 3-11, 11-7, Monday through Friday. Personal protective equipment, including full-face respirators and Tyvek suits, is required for 3-4 hours each day. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in North Chesterfield,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2025. **About Aerotek:** 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.