Kelly is hiring Material Handlers (Chemical Operator Trainees) for an established chemical manufacturing facility in Louisville, KY. This is a great opportunity for individuals with manufacturing experience who are looking for a long-term career with excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
Starting at $25.00/hr, this position offers the potential to transition into permanent employment within 30–90 days, with an increase to $27.00/hr upon conversion.
You’ll work in the powder packaging area of the facility, operating packaging equipment, handling finished products, and preparing materials for warehouse storage. This role provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a chemical manufacturing environment while developing skills that can lead to more advanced operator positions.
Previous chemical manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required!
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operate automated bagging equipment that fills, seals, and palletizes 50 lb bags of powdered products.
- Set up and assist with filling large bulk containers (super sacks) using specialized packaging equipment.
- Secure, stretch wrap, label, and prepare finished products for storage and distribution.
- Operate forklifts to transport packaged materials to designated staging and warehouse areas.
- Perform product labeling and stenciling to ensure proper identification.
- Monitor packaging equipment and assist with basic troubleshooting to keep operations running efficiently.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow all established safety procedures.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to build skills for future advancement into chemical operations.
What We’re Looking For
- **At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment required.**
- Experience operating manufacturing or packaging equipment preferred.
- Previous chemical manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
- Forklift experience preferred, but training and certification will be provided.
- Ability to lift and handle materials weighing approximately 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Good mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and willingness to learn new equipment and processes.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
- Willingness to work in an industrial environment and wear required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, flame-resistant clothing, cut-resistant gloves, steel-toe boots, and dust masks.
Work Schedule
This position follows a rotating 12-hour schedule with a combination of day and night shifts.
- **Day Shift:** 4:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- **Night Shift:** 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM
- Rotating schedule includes weekdays and weekends.
- Workweeks generally consist of 36 or 48 scheduled hours.
- Additional overtime opportunities may be available on scheduled days off.
Candidates must be comfortable rotating between both day and night shifts.
Compensation & Career Growth
- **Starting Pay:** $25.00/hr
- **Night Shift Differential:** Additional $0.50/hr
- **Potential Pay Upon Conversion:** $27.00/hr
- **Temp-to-Hire:** Eligible for consideration for permanent employment within 30–90 days, based on skills assessment and overall performance.
- Training provided on specialized packaging equipment and forklift operation.
- Opportunities to expand technical skills and advance into higher-level chemical manufacturing positions.
- Long-term career development opportunities within an established manufacturing company.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a material handling position. It’s an opportunity to get your foot in the door with an established chemical manufacturer that offers training, career development, and opportunities for advancement.
If you have manufacturing experience, take pride in working safely, and want to develop a long-term career, we’d love to hear from you.
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