Entry Level Chemical Technician
The Entry Level Chemical Technician at Confidential Client is responsible for operating and maintaining paint detackification systems in automotive manufacturing. The role involves performing chemical tests, adjusting process chemistry, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety compliance on a manufacturing floor. This position requires strong technical, mechanical, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on quality and process optimization in a physically demanding environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering (Manufacturing/Chemical Services).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
The Role
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Chemical Technician for an onsite manufacturing site in Montgomery, AL. This is a hands-on, full-time role supporting paint detackification and wastewater/paint-waste processing systems used in automotive components manufacturing. The role is entry-level (0–3 years experience) and is ideal for recent graduates or early-career candidates with a degree in Chemistry or Engineering and strong mechanical aptitude.
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine chemical tests (jar tests, titrations and other analyses) and accurately document daily results.
- Monitor and adjust chemical feed rates and separation equipment to maintain process performance.
- Operate and assist with chemical pumping systems and safe handling of drums/totes using dollies and other material-handling equipment.
- Run washer checks (5-stage titration) and other location-specific QC tasks.
- Support troubleshooting and basic repair of chemical feed pumps and application equipment.
- Maintain chemical inventory records to support cost control and supply needs.
- Follow established quality systems, safety procedures and SOPs; escalate issues when out of spec.
- Work with cross-functional on-site teams to keep production running and compliant with environmental/safety expectations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience — this position is intended for entry-level candidates. Candidates with more than 3 years’ experience should not apply.
- Basic lab/test skills: jar testing, titration familiarity, accurate record keeping.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to do physical, manufacturing-floor work.
- Proficiency with basic IT tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and clear written/verbal communication.
- Problem-solving ability and familiarity with basic root cause analysis concepts.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and weekends when required; occasional limited travel may be necessary.
Schedule & Location
- Location: Montgomery, AL — 1391 Mitchell Young Road (100% onsite).
- Shift: Day Shift (3:00 AM – 12:00 PM).
- Employment type: Full-time.
Working Conditions & PPE
- This role is performed on a manufacturing floor and can be messy/dirty. Candidates must be physically capable of standing for extended periods and moving drums/totes.
- Required PPE: steel-toed boots, eye & ear protection, chemical handling PPE (face shields, aprons, gloves). Candidates are expected to provide their own steel-toed boots; neither Confidential Client nor the end client will cover this expense.
- Safety procedures and correct handling of chemicals are mandatory.
Compensation
- Estimated pay: $56,546 per year (estimated).
Why Join
- Hands-on entry-level opportunity to build technical and mechanical skills in a manufacturing environment.
- Work in a role that blends lab testing, process optimization, and equipment maintenance — strong foundation for career growth in chemical/process roles.
- Supported by a recruiting partner (Careertakes) with access to additional matched opportunities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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