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Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift

Henkel · Cleveland, OHtoday
$52k – $56kfrom the posting

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $52k (553 that show pay).

Operate mixing equipment and follow batch tickets to produce adhesives and sealants, keeping production records and cleaning tanks.

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Might not be for you. Production-floor role with daily tank and equipment cleaning and 50 lb lifting, not technical R&D work

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleChemical mixing operator in Henkel's Adhesive Technologies unit (adhesives, sealants, functional coatings); follows batch tickets, runs production equipment

H-1B filings

Henkel filed 9 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Lead Application Engineer, Product Development Chemist, Sr. Scientist Pd & Research. Median filed pay: $103K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
0+ yrs
Industry
Chemicals
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Standard
Benefits
$1,000 sign-on bonusstudent loan reimbursementtuition reimbursement

Role details

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

$1,000 Sign On Bonus for New Hires

1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7am - 3:30pm

What you´ll do

  • Operates machines and production equipment safely in accordance with instructions
  • Follow Batch Tickets
  • Sets up or adjusts equipment according to manufacturing specifications
  • Monitors the quality of output to identify or discard re-manufacture faulty products
  • Maintains accurate daily production records so that manufacturing performance can be analyzed
  • Cleaning of tanks, valves, hoses, machines, vessels, floors, walls, ceilings and all other areas or equipment as assigned by the shift lead or supervisor(s) is a daily expectation of all chemical mixing operators.

What makes you a good fit

  • High school graduate or GED
  • Completion of any relevant manufacturing training requirements.
  • Completion of operations and safety training matrix and schedule.
  • Certified in operation of PITs where applicable.
  • Demonstrates a professional, team-player attitude toward work and co-workers.
  • Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Some benefits of joining Henkel

  • Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
  • Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
  • Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
  • Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement

The salary for this role is $25.00 - $27.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role at Henkel?

The listed annual base salary range is $52K–$56K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Henkel sponsor H-1B visas?

Henkel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role at Henkel based?

This role is based in Cleveland, OH.

What degree is required for the Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role at Henkel?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role require?

The posting calls for at least 0 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Chemical Mixing Operator - 1st Shift role work with?

adhesives, sealants, functional coatings.