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RC Chemical Operator

Santa Fe Springs, California

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Job ID 59416 Functional area Production & Manufacturing Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Pupil

RC Chemical Operator

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RC Chemical Operator
Permanent 
Pay Range Min.  $22.00 
Pay Range Max.  $25.00 


Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 15,200 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. 

Why Join Us


Safety First – Because Your Well-Being Matters
•  HAZWOPER training and recertification programs to ensure employees remain compliant and prepared 
•  Specialized site-specific safety training tailored to our processes, equipment, and work environments 
•  A stringent, employee-focused safety program built on continuous improvement, accountability, and risk prevention 
•  Proudly operating as an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Certified facility, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence

Earn More with Built-In Overtime
•  Approximately 28 hours of overtime per pay period, increasing your earning potential

Work-Life Balance Built In
•  Predictable rotating schedule with built-in long weekends 
•  Work either Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday, plus every other Sunday 
•  Rotating 3-day / 4-day and 4-day / 3-day schedules 
•  2 weeks of PTO, 9 paid holidays, and paid sick time 
•  Extended time off built into your schedule for recovery, family, and personal activities

Total Rewards That Support You & Your Family
•  Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 
•  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) 
•  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
•  Paid Family Leave benefits 
•  401(k) with a 5% company match (fully vested at hire) 
•  Company-paid life and disability insurance

Grow Your Career & Your Earnings
•  Paid training and tuition reimbursement 
•  Clear pathways for career advancement 
•  Opportunities to increase earnings as you build skills, certifications, and experience 
•  Build a long-term career in a stable, growing industry focused on sustainability and the circular economy 
•  Work with advanced precious metals refining and recycling technologies that support industries around the world

Location Advantage
•  Convenient access just off the I-5 corridor 
•  Located approximately 10 minutes north of Disneyland and 15–20 minutes from Knott's Berry Farm

Why Heraeus?
Join a company where safety comes first, quality matters, innovation drives our future, and your career can grow alongside an industry leader in precious metals refining and recycling.

Heraeus, the German based technology group is a leading international family-owned company formed in 1851. We create high-quality solutions for our customers by combining material expertise with technological know-how. Our ideas are focused on themes such as environment, energy, health, mobility, and industrial applications. In 2015 Heraeus generated revenues without precious metals of €1.9 bn and a total revenue of €12.9 bn. in more than 100 subsidiaries in 38 countries we offer our worldwide 12,500 employees the freedom to develop and promote their own ideas. We call it: Open Space. For Open Minds.®

The primary responsibility of this position is to operate chemical processes and equipment correctly, while meeting production goals and expectations on a consistent basis, while maintaining compliance of Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.  

Your role and responsibilities:

  • To operate chemical processes and equipment correctly, while meeting production goals and expectations on a consistent basis, while maintaining compliance of Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.
  • Must follow SOP’s/POP’s and all other procedures in every detail, including safety policies.
  • Participate in end of shift turnovers with ability to effectively communicate.
  • Ability to wear required PPE including respirators.
  • Must operate equipment (for example, pumps, GLV’s, filter presses, pan filters, reactors, valves, pH probes, ovens, forklifts, etc) in a reasonable and self-sustaining manner.
  • Responsible for understanding basic chemical reactions and properties of chemicals within the work area.
  • Responsible for handling and processing Hazardous Waste as required within the work area.
  • At times may be required to wear hearing protection, and half-mask respirator, and other forms of PPE. 

What is required for this role:

  • HS Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 to 3 years experience in basic chemical operations or related experience required
  • Work week: one week 3 days scheduled, 4 days off and following week 4 days scheduled, 3 days off
  • 12 hour shifts bringing you to 28 hours of overtime pay per pay check + opportunity for additional overtime.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and convert calculations to percentage and to metric system.
  • Understand concepts involving statistics, probabilities and formula manipulation and perform basic calculations on volume, mass, atomic percentages, weight percentages, density, molecular weight of alloys and compounds and charge weights.
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell.
  • Must be able to  occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • May be assigned shifts that include evening, nights and/or weekend days.
  • Able to successfully complete a background check, pre-placement physical exam and drug screen.

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.  

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov

Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.


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