Chemical Manufacturing Technician

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, assemble, configure, and operate reactors, pumps, transfer systems, hoses, piping, and associated production equipment.
• Charge raw materials into reactors and process vessels in accordance with batch instructions and operating procedures.
• Monitor manufacturing processes including temperature, pressure, agitation, flow rates, and other process parameters.
• Perform material transfers involving drums, totes, process vessels, and production equipment.
• Collect process samples and perform routine production checks as required.
• Complete reactor cleanout, equipment changeovers, and batch turnaround activities.
• Support production schedules and manufacturing campaigns to meet customer demand.
• Assist with process troubleshooting and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Prepare charts, logs, and manufacturing reports associated with production activities.

• Assemble and disassemble production equipment to support manufacturing operations.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Conduct leak checks and verify equipment readiness prior to operation.
• Identify equipment problems and communicate issues to supervision and maintenance personnel.
• Support maintenance activities and equipment repairs as needed.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

• Receive, stage, transfer, and store raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Verify material identities, lot numbers, quantities, and documentation.
• Operate pallet jacks, drum handling equipment, and other material-handling devices as authorized.
• Assist with inventory transactions and inventory accuracy activities.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and handled in accordance with company procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or technical training in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, laboratory operations, industrial production, or handling hazardous materials preferred.
• Basic understanding of chemical safety practices and industrial work environments.

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to learn and operate chemical processing equipment, including high-pressure systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and move throughout manufacturing and facility areas.
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or reach.
• Frequently required to climb ladders, platforms, and stairs to access equipment and storage areas.
• Frequently required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently required to operate material-handling equipment such as hand trucks, drum carts, pallet jacks, and similar equipment.
• Occasionally required to perform outdoor facility maintenance activities, including snow and ice removal.
• Must be able to work in environments with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and noise conditions.
• Must be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and comply with the Ascensus Specialties Respiratory Protection Program.
• Must be capable of wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, safety glasses, chemical-resistant clothing, gloves, and safety footwear.

• Sunday through Thursday or
• Tuesday through Saturday
• 8-hour shifts

• Employees assigned to this schedule are eligible for a 10% shift differential premium

• Overtime may be required to support production schedules and business needs.

Benefits

• Hiring Hourly Range: $24.00-$26.00 hourly. 
• Classification: Full-Time, non-exempt. As a non-exempt role, this position is paid an hourly wage and is  eligible for overtime compensation.
• Annual Bonus Incentive: Eligible to participate in the 2026 Ascensus Bonus Plan (ABP) at a target of 5% of base annual wage. The ABP is a unified annual cash incentive program designed to reward employees for measurable contributions to company performance. Eligibility and payouts are determined based on overall corporate financial results, as well as site-specific performance pertaining to Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Quality, and Production metrics. For new hires, the annual bonus potential is prorated based on the active hire date.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health and wellness benefits begin on Day 1 of employment.  

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans; Life and AD&D insurance; and Short-term/Long-term Disability coverage.
• Retirement (401k): 100% company match up to the first 3% of employee contributions; 70% match on contributions between 3% and 6%.
• Paid Time Off: All accrued and frontloaded time off benefits become available for use after 90 days of employment. Time off allotments for the first calendar year are prorated based on the hire date:
  • Vacation & Floating Holidays: Frontloaded on January 1 annually based on standard professional tenure brackets.
  • Sick Leave: Accrued in compliance with Massachusetts state regulations.
  • Company Holidays: 9 paid company holidays (paid at 8 hours each) + 24 hours of floating holidays per calendar year.
• Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available immediately upon hire to support overall well-being.