Chemical Operator

evonik· 4142 Evonik Corporation_4142
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📍 Mapleton, ILFull time

About this role

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

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https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Controls or operates machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • ​Accepts responsibility for his/her own safety and health. Performs assigned duties in a manner that is safe and protective of the environment. Follows operating procedures to ensure a safe and environmentally protective workplace. Observes and reports all incidents and unsafe conditions. Takes an active interest in improving safety and the environmental protection.

  • Building steam, water, nitrogen, compressed air processing and control systems used to maintain or operate process equipment or not otherwise covered under other job descriptions.

  • Building equipment MCC’s and other equipment de-energizing locations

  • General building equipment not covered under other job descriptions such as heating/air conditioning, electrical outlets, lighting, powered cleaning tools, fork lifts, etc.

  • General building dumpsters, trash containers and designated waste material management receptacles

  • General building safety equipment not covered under other job descriptions process areas such as fire extinguishers, safety showers, hand alarms, exit signs, evacuation alarms, absorbent rolls, etc.

  • Other building equipment not covered under other job descriptions used to supplement or assist tasks such as lifting devices, material storage areas, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.

  • Building drum Melter and associated process and control systems

  • Building drum recovery and filling station equipment

  • Building hose stations and fire water protection systems

  • Inventories and orders designated building supplies

  • Hazardous Waste Responsibility 

  • Building control rooms, restrooms, and break rooms

  • Drum dumping, filling and handling equipment and surrounding equipment operations area access aisles

  • Building ingress/egress, emergency exits and primary building traffic aisles

  • Building platforms, stairways, ladders and walkways to access and/or operate assigned equipment

  • Equipment storage areas and/or locations

  • Building trench and drain systems and area roadways

  • Building non-process areas not covered in other job descriptions

  • DP Office garage storage area

  • Complete building equipment non-process safety inspections

  • Monitors and coordinates building waste recovery and disposal activities

  • Performs designated documentation and transaction reporting

  • Inventories and orders designated building supplies

  • Performs routine semi-skilled equipment maintenance tasks and/or assisting maintenance personnel on equipment repairs

  • Cleans and prepares equipment for maintenance 

  • Ability to use tools and equipment required to perform essential functions of the job

  • Proper relief or appropriate communication 

  • Instructs, trains, and assists other Chemical Operators.

  • Efficient management of time and resources to meet production and maintenance scheduled and daily goals

  • Performs all other duties as assigned by production management.

REQUIREMENTS

  • High-school education or equivalent; vocational training or job-related course work preferred

  • 2+ years’ experience in industrial manufacturing setting OR relevant work experience in industrial chemical plant 

  • Safety training or emergency response experience preferred

  • Ability to understand and be able to operate a personal computer and associated software systems

  •  Ability to manage time and determine priorities in order to meet daily plant requirements

  • Ability to understand and carry out routine verbal and written instructions

  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Physical mobility and agility required, for example climbing stairs, climbing ladders, working off scaffolding, prolonged stooping, stretching, and bending and confined space entry.

  • Requires working in a rotating shift environment including weekends and holidays.

  • Requires adequate physical strength to preform the essential job tasks (for example: ability to lift 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance.)

  • Requires working outdoors with frequent exposure to weather and temperature extremes.

  • Exposure to prolonged physical activity (for example: 12 hour shifts).

  • Sensory facilities needed to safely perform the job duties that allow a person to react to potential or immediate hazardous conditions and to take appropriate action.

  • Ability to wear required PPE such as respiratory protection, safety harness, and full protection suit as well as common protective or safety equipment including but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, hand protection, hearing protection, hard hats, etc

Summary Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).

Pay Range: The starting range for this position is $26.73

Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.  Benefits included, but not limited to:

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits

  • Paid time off plan

  • 401(k) savings plans

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

  • Disability benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Tuition Reimbursement

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach.  Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.










 

Your Application
 

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html. 

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Emma Martinez [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Chemical Operator position at evonik located?
This Chemical Operator role at evonik is based in Mapleton, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Chemical Operator role at evonik full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Chemical Operator role in the 4142 Evonik Corporation_4142 department at evonik.
Which team or department does the Chemical Operator at evonik belong to?
This Chemical Operator position is part of the 4142 Evonik Corporation_4142 department at evonik. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Chemical Operator job at evonik posted?
This Chemical Operator position at evonik was posted on Aug 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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