Production Support Operator

Clariant is seeking a Production Support Operator to join our team supporting the Catalyst Business Unit. This position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of safety environmental compliance and production efficiency at our West Plant facility in Louisville KY. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated adaptable and capable of performing a range of hands-on duties with minimal supervision including unloading bulk materials managing product screening operations and supporting waste handling procedures. This role interacts regularly with multiple departments and supports critical production functions in a fast-paced safety-focused environment. Clariant offers a full-time schedule hands-on training competitive hourly rates generous PTO and more. If youre a motivated professional looking to grow your career with a global leader in specialty chemicals we encourage you to apply and become part of our high-performing team!

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety environmental quality and productivity standards through proactive issue identification and resolution
• Safely unload bulk trucks and complete SAP transactions to receive materials into inventory
• Oversee screening operations including cleanliness documentation and timely execution of screening repackaging and blending
• Manage scrap and waste areas including dumping drum crushing and inventory control
• Perform routine inventory checks to maintain production readiness
• Operate independently and train others as needed
• Support production demands through flexible or extended work hours
• Maintain required certifications (hazardous waste handling forklift OSHA/Clariant training)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
• Experience with SAP Materials Management/Warehouse Management or other ERP systems
• Previous experience in a production or warehouse environment
• Occasionally serve as backup support at Clariants other plant site (PPCat) as needed in the absence of that Production Support Operator and ensure operational continuity
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and Teams
• Excellent attendance safety record and work ethic
• Valid drivers license reliable transportation and proof of insurance required

Whats in it for you

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Jake Gaetti

Corporate Recruiter

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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.

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