OPERATIONS CHLORINE/BLEACH/REPACK - Senior Operator
Thatcher CompanyMake a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future. MFG6 Operations Senior Operator Senior Operator Serves as the subject matter expert and process owner for key production systems or product lines. Ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operation of manufacturing processes, leads troubleshooting efforts, and supports process optimization in partnership with engineering and quality. Lead daily production activities and coordinate workflow across multiple operators or areas. Serve as technical expert for specific processes, systems, or product families. Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, increase yield, and improve safety. Collaborate with engineering and QA to validate process changes or new product introductions. Conduct advanced troubleshooting and support root cause investigations. Maintain and train staff on process documentation, SOPs, and quality standards. Act as production representative on cross-functional safety or continuous improvement teams. High School diploma or equivalent and 6-8+ years of experience or Associate Degree plus 4-6+ years of experience Deep technical knowledge of chemical processes, safety systems, and equipment operations. Proficiency in process analysis, data interpretation, and problem solving. Leadership ability to coach, train, and influence others without direct supervisory authority. Strong written and verbal communication; meticulous documentation habits. Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. Prior experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment. Forklift certification required. Physical requirements include, but not are limited to: standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. High volume and high production environment. May handle hazardous chemicals Work is performed in a manufacturing environment and may be noisy Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to temperature extremes. Work may require PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including a respirator Overtime and weekend work as required. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. As an affirmative action employer under E.O. 11246, we invite all applicants to identify themselves on the following page. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER