chemical processing machine operator
Monitor and operate chemical formulation units and processing machinery from control rooms or consoles. Responsible for loading ingredients, performing routine product tests, and maintaining a clean workspace according to safety procedures.
- On-site
- Olds, AB
- Posted Aug 21, 2026
- Apply by Sep 20, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Noisy Odours Work setting Pharmaceutical processing plant Relocation costs not covered by employer Responsibilities Tasks Monitor instruments on one or more chemical formulation units Clean and maintain work space Measure, weigh and load chemical ingredients following formulation cards Record production information Start up, shut down and troubleshoot equipment Take samples Perform routine chemical and physical tests of products Operate equipment from a control room or from control consoles located near the production units Adjust processing machines and equipment Monitor reaction processes and transfers of products in conformance with safety procedures Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge MS Office Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Fast-paced environment Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Accurate Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits Life insurance Long term benefits Long-term care insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Wellness program
What you’ll do
Monitor and operate chemical formulation units and processing machinery from control rooms or consoles. Responsible for loading ingredients, performing routine product tests, and maintaining a clean workspace according to safety procedures.
Requirements
Requires a secondary school graduation certificate and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 23 kg. Candidates must be able to pass a criminal record check and possess basic computer knowledge in MS Office.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Disability benefits • Health care plan • Paramedical services coverage • Vision care benefits • Life insurance • Long-term care insurance • Free parking available • Paid time off • Wellness program
Listed skills
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Chemical formulation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Chemical testing
- MS Office
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Weight handling
- Safety procedures
- Production recording
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 20, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
