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Chemical Operator

Ecoservices
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Operator position at Ecoservices?

Ecovyst is a materials science, catalyst, and services company dedicated to creating innovative technologies that play a critical role in supporting ecological health and help our customers solve complex challenges.

Our cutting-edge solutions span across two industry-leading businesses, Ecoservices and Advanced Materials and Catalyst.

  • Ecoservices is dedicated to services that have a positive impact on our planet. Our Ecoservices business provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses.
  • Advanced Materials and Catalyst Technologies specializes in silica supports and catalysts. This business allows us to develop innovative technologies that enable our customers and value chain partners to create sustainable products.


What We Offer

  • Competitive pay
  • Full benefit package
  • 401k matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement


Position Overview

Accountable for the production and bulk loading of liquid materials. Operation and inspection of pumps, belt conveyors, tank trailers, reactors, and other equipment.

The hours of this position are 5AM – 3:30PM. Monday-Thursday, with expectations to work overtime. This role pays $41.83/hour.


We are not offering relocation or visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

We are not working with agencies on this role at this time.


What You Will Be Doing:

  • Batch chemical reactor operations including sampling and titration testing
  • Ability to understand, review, and follow written procedures
  • Collecting and reporting Tank Farm inventories
  • Load and unload liquid tank trucks
  • Handling of hazardous and nonhazardous materials
  • Strict adherence to HSE laws and regulations
  • Work collaboratively with others to coordinate effective solutions.
  • Read and comprehend shipping and receiving documents such as bill of lading, pick slips, trailer inspections, and CoA
  • Read, write, and understand energy control forms and procedures
  • Detailed observations and documentation during safety and equipment inspections
  • Assist in daily housekeeping and minor maintenance
  • Comprehend and appreciate positive safety cultures
  • 100% compliance with plant and corporate safety policies and training
  • Miscellaneous activities as directed to support the efficient operation of the plant
  • Be flexible with regards to working in other areas of the plant as needed
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to start, control, maintain, and complete a process or procedure
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Ability and willingness to work outside in the PNW weather
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment


Required Qualifications:

  • Industrial experience Handling and transferring hazardous chemicals
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of pumps, pipelines, and valving
  • Prior forklift experience
  • Ability to use hand tools including wrenches, drills, saws, etc.
  • Must be dependable and show a stable work history
  • Good written and verbal skills
  • Basic math, language, reading, and computer skills required


The hours of this position are 5AM – 3:30PM. Monday-Thursday, with expectations to work overtime.

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