Chemical Mixer​/Batch Operator

Overview

Job Title:
Chemical Mixer / Batch Operator

Job Description

This role combines responsibilities as a Chemical Mixer and a Bulk Loader. The primary focus will be on the safe and efficient operation of a yard switcher, and the loading of finished goods and raw materials into bulk tank wagons. You will ensure that tankers are weighed correctly on the company scale, verifying that all paperwork corresponds with the assigned tanker and its related materials.

Proper staging of the tanker and inspection of all connections from the storage tank or blend vessel to the tanker before loading materials is crucial. Strong communication skills are essential for reporting any issues or delays to shift supervisors or managers. Additional duties include moving trailers on-site to support production and transporting drum trailers between the dock and the yard.

• Safely and efficiently operate a yard switcher.
• Load finished goods and raw materials into bulk tank wagons.
• Ensure accurate weighing of tankers and verify corresponding paperwork.
• Properly stage tankers and inspect all connections before loading materials.
• Report issues or delays to shift supervisors or managers as needed.
• Move trailers on-site to support production.
• Transport drum trailers between the dock and the yard.

• Ability to move drums up to 500 pounds safely using a hilo.
• Forklift certification from previous employment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons.
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk great distances daily.
• Capable of working in confined spaces and high locations.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift bags and other containers up to 50 pounds safely.

• Knowledge of chemicals.
• Experience as a Chemical Operator.

Join a team with a tenured group of employees and enjoy the benefits of being part of a unionized workforce.

The work environment can be cold in winter due to open doors and hot in summer. It is a dirty environment. You will work in a team environment, but operators perform tasks independently. Shifts are structured as follows:

1st shift from 6am to 2:30pm, 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, and 3rd shift from 10pm to 6:30am, with workdays currently lasting 10 hours.

This is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI.

The pay range for this position is $20.81 - $20.81/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.

Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.