Production - Chemical Compounding Technician

Chemical Production / Compounding Technician

Location: Canton, GA | Full-Time

About the Position

Isotec International is a specialty chemical manufacturer seeking an experienced, dependable, and safety and quality focused Chemical Production / Compounding Technician to join our manufacturing team in Canton, GA.

This is a hands-on position responsible for producing liquid chemical products through batch manufacturing and compounding processes. The ideal candidate has previous experience in chemical manufacturing, chemical compounding, batch production, or a similar industrial manufacturing environment and is comfortable working with chemicals, production equipment, and detailed manufacturing instructions.

This is a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment where attention to detail, safety, product quality, and the ability to consistently follow established processes are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely manufacture chemical products according to established batch tickets, formulas, SOPs, and work instructions
• Operate and monitor industrial production equipment, including:
• Blenders
• Chemical reactors
• Stand mixers
• Hot oil heating systems
• Chiller/cooling systems
• Vacuum systems
• Pumps, valves, and related processing equipment
• Accurately weigh, measure, and add raw materials according to batch instructions
• Handle and transfer chemical raw materials, including hazardous chemicals, in accordance with established safety procedures
• Monitor batch temperatures, mixing, processing times, and other critical process parameters
• Perform required in-process checks and communicate abnormalities or deviations to supervision
• Maintain accurate production and batch records
• Follow all company SOPs, safety procedures, quality requirements, and PPE requirements
• Operate a forklift safely for movement of raw materials, containers, and finished products
• Maintain a clean and organized production area
• Identify and report equipment problems, process issues, quality concerns, and potential safety hazards
• Assist with equipment cleaning, setup, changeovers, and routine production-area maintenance
• Work effectively with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Management teams
• Participate in continuous improvement and process improvement activities

Qualifications & ExperienceRequired

• Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, chemical compounding, batch production, or a similar industrial manufacturing environment
• Previous forklift operating experience
• Experience following batch tickets, formulas, SOPs, or detailed work instructions
• Experience safely handling and working around chemicals
• Ability to consistently follow PPE and chemical safety requirements
• Ability to operate industrial production equipment safely
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and production documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a production team

Preferred

• Experience with hot oil heating systems and/or industrial chillers
• Previous experience in polyurethane, adhesives, coatings, plastics, polymers, or specialty chemical manufacturing
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 quality management system
• Experience with batch documentation, in-process quality checks, and production records
• Experience identifying process problems and helping implement corrective or preventive actions

Safety & Quality

Safety is always our first priority.

Working safely is an essential part of this position. Employees must be willing and able to:

• Wear all required PPE consistently and correctly
• Follow chemical handling and hazardous-material procedures
• Follow established operating procedures and never take shortcuts
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Stop and communicate when something does not look or feel right
• Take responsibility for producing consistent, quality products
• Speak up when they identify a potential safety, quality, or process problem

Chemical manufacturing isn't for everyone. If you are comfortable working around chemicals, operating industrial equipment, following detailed procedures, and taking pride in doing the job correctly, you may be a great fit for our team.

The Person We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, dependable, mechanically inclined, and takes pride in their work.

You will have daily production responsibilities and established deadlines, but you will not have someone standing over your shoulder all day. We trust our employees to manage their responsibilities, follow the process, and get the job done safely and correctly.

Help is always available when you need it, but we value employees who can work independently, recognize what needs to be done, and take ownership of their responsibilities.

Our Culture

We are growing quickly, but we have worked hard to maintain a culture where employees are valued, heard, and treated like people—not numbers.

Employees have direct access to the CEO and Management. Ideas and concerns from our workforce are taken seriously and are often used to improve our processes.

We value loyalty, commitment, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. We also believe in being a place where people enjoy coming to work. We have company outings, cookouts, family days, bonus opportunities, and a great benefits.

We believe that when you have good people who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of the team, everyone benefits.

Growth Opportunities

There is significant opportunity for growth at Isotec International.

We believe your success is largely determined by the effort you put into your work. Good work doesn't go unnoticed, and we appreciate employees who consistently demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

Our current Plant Manager started in the warehouse and worked his way into management.

The sky is the limit.

If you have experience in chemical production or compounding, have forklift experience, and are looking for an opportunity to grow with a company that values its employees, we'd love to have you join our team.

Come join our team and build something with us.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person