Does Arkema sponsor H-1B visas?

Arkema 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 Operator I Job role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Chemical Operator I Job role at Arkema based?

This role is based in Piedmont, SC.

What degree is required for the Chemical Operator I Job role at Arkema?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Chemical Operator I Job role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.

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Chemical Operator I Job

Arkema · Piedmont, SCtoday

Listed pay for High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked center on $60k (75 with a salary).This posting does not list one.

Operate chemical blending and compounding equipment, charging mixers and monitoring reactions

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Worth knowing

Might not be for you. Requires 2nd or 3rd shift and frequent 12-hour overtime; PPE including respirator.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleCompounding and staging of raw materials; Blending of chemicals and powders; Charging liquid chemicals and powders to mixers

H-1B filings

Arkema filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Scientist - Polymer Characterization, Lead Applications Engineer (High Performance Polymers), Chemical Process Engineer. Median filed pay: $97K a year.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: High school
Experience: 1+ yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: Manufacturing / Production
Schedule: Rotating shifts

Role details

Internal Job Description

Chemical Operator 1

POSITION SUMMARY

Preform operator duties at the Ashland, Ohio facility.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING.

Must follow all Safety Rules, Regulations, Operating Procedures, Corporate/Plant Policies and Laws always.
Be able to lift 50 pounds safely.
Safely operate an industrial lift truck (sit down and stand up)
Compounding and staging of raw materials.
Blending of chemicals and powders
Charging liquid chemicals and powders to mixers
Monitoring mixers during mixing and reaction
Use of distributed control systems to control and monitor process.
Labeling and filling containers with product
Take samples of powder and liquids to ensure product quality, stage empty containers, maintain satisfactory housekeeping standards, prepare equipment for maintenance.
Safely handling industrial chemicals using established safe plant procedures and processes
Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including chemical suit, respirator, face shield, hard hat, steel toed boots, etc.
Accurately completing shop floor paperwork in both written and electronic format
Use of computerized MRP system.
Participate in company safety meetings and training.
Work 2nd or 3rd shift
Work frequent overtime (12 hour shifts)

IN ORDER TO BE QUALIFIED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

Must have a high school Diploma or equivalent.
Must be safety conscious, reliable, and have a strong work ethic.
Minimum of one year of hands-on manufacturing experience desired; chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
Must be computer literate and have good math skills.
Good communication skills.
Pass a pre-employment physical, drug test and background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

THE FOLLOWING SKILL SETS ARE PREFERRED BY THE BUSINESS UNIT:

History of strong attendance and performance.
Ability to coach and be coached.
Ability to be safe, innovative, flexible, self-starting, honest and open.
Experience with computers.
Ability to work as a member of an integrated team.