Chemical Operator
Bakelite, Riverside Gardens, KY, United States
6200 Camp Ground Rd, Louisville, KY 40216, USA
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM
At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.
We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.
Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.
It’s Better with Bakelite.
Chemical Manufacturing Operator: The Impact You’ll Have on the Organization and World
You’ll be part of operations that keep our facilities running safely and efficiently. You’ll gain deep knowledge of our chemical manufacturing processes and play a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Hands‑on operator: learn to run a variety of chemical manufacturing equipment—from bagging systems and material handling to batch and continuous process reactors.
Safety focus: follow safety‑first practices and procedures (Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, PPE) while fostering a culture that prioritizes safety.
Quality assurance: test, monitor, and adjust production in real time to maintain product quality, using both automated (DCS/PLC) and manual systems.
Continuous improvement: collaborate on projects and initiatives that make processes safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.
Career growth: progress from material handling and packaging to mastering the complexities of chemical reactors with a clear development path.
Life in Louisville
Louisville is Kentucky’s biggest city and the “Gateway to the South.” It’s located on the Ohio River and is just over the Indiana border.
Home to the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Downtown attractions, including the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory.
Named among the top 50 Best Places to Live in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report.
Minutes from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, providing worldwide travel access.
Required Skills/Abilities
Minimum age 18 years.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a chemical plant, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment.
Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with basic hand tools.
Troubleshooting and problem‑solving experience in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to work in non‑temperature‑controlled environments, including outdoors and multi‑level facilities in extreme conditions.
Must pass proficiency exam, physical abilities test, drug screen, background check, and physical exam.
Ability to lift 55 lbs.
Willingness to use PPE (safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, acid suits, SCBA) and work at heights with fall protection.
Obtain HazMat certification if not already certified.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint).
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Independent and team‑oriented work capability.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree or higher in Production Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
Certifications or training in HazMat, Fire Brigade, or Emergency Response.
Experience with SAP and process control systems (Delta V, Wonderware).
Prior experience maintaining production equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment.
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.
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Job Description
Posted Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM
At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.
We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.
Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.
It’s Better with Bakelite.
Chemical Manufacturing Operator: The Impact You’ll Have on the Organization and World
You’ll be part of operations that keep our facilities running safely and efficiently. You’ll gain deep knowledge of our chemical manufacturing processes and play a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Hands‑on operator: learn to run a variety of chemical manufacturing equipment—from bagging systems and material handling to batch and continuous process reactors.
Safety focus: follow safety‑first practices and procedures (Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, PPE) while fostering a culture that prioritizes safety.
Quality assurance: test, monitor, and adjust production in real time to maintain product quality, using both automated (DCS/PLC) and manual systems.
Continuous improvement: collaborate on projects and initiatives that make processes safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.
Career growth: progress from material handling and packaging to mastering the complexities of chemical reactors with a clear development path.
Life in Louisville
Louisville is Kentucky’s biggest city and the “Gateway to the South.” It’s located on the Ohio River and is just over the Indiana border.
Home to the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Downtown attractions, including the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory.
Named among the top 50 Best Places to Live in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report.
Minutes from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, providing worldwide travel access.
Required Skills/Abilities
Minimum age 18 years.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a chemical plant, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment.
Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with basic hand tools.
Troubleshooting and problem‑solving experience in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to work in non‑temperature‑controlled environments, including outdoors and multi‑level facilities in extreme conditions.
Must pass proficiency exam, physical abilities test, drug screen, background check, and physical exam.
Ability to lift 55 lbs.
Willingness to use PPE (safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, acid suits, SCBA) and work at heights with fall protection.
Obtain HazMat certification if not already certified.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint).
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Independent and team‑oriented work capability.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree or higher in Production Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
Certifications or training in HazMat, Fire Brigade, or Emergency Response.
Experience with SAP and process control systems (Delta V, Wonderware).
Prior experience maintaining production equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment.
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.
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