At a Glance
- Tasks: Safely operate equipment to produce high-quality adhesives and formulations.
- Company: Join Bomar, a leader in advanced-performance materials with a global presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and personal growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with excellent training and development resources.
- Why this job: Make an impact in innovative chemical manufacturing while working night shifts.
- Qualifications: High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
About Us
Bomar, part of the Bachmann Chemical & Engineering family of brands, is based out of Torrington, Connecticut. With a global presence, Bomar has been a leading innovator of advanced-performance materials for UV/EB energy, light, and other free-radical cure applications. Focused on oligomer synthesis and new product development, we’re able to satisfy unique performance requirements from our global customer base of formulators which use our oligomers, resins, and additives in a variety of applications such as 3D printing, nail coatings, adhesives, industrial coatings and more.
About You
We’re seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as a Reactor Operator for our Torrington, CT, facility. Here, you will safely produce batch adhesives and oligomer formulations that meet quality, ISO, safety, and internal control standards—while also fulfilling customer expectations and ensuring lines are shipped on time (LSOT).
Responsibilities
- Safely operate industrial mixing and powerlifting equipment by setting and controlling mixing parameters according to work instructions, and by using lift trucks, power jacks, and drum dollies to retrieve and replace raw materials and WIP.
- Promote warehousing and material handling best practices by safely and efficiently transferring raw materials from delivery vehicles to warehouse storage, then to reactor workstations, and finally to racking and staging areas.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, clean, ergonomic, and productive workplace by practicing safe handling procedures, using PPE as appropriate, following SDS, EH&S, and HazMat requirements, and ensuring proper storage of materials and equipment.
- Employ best practices in inventory management by using first-in-first-out controls for raw materials, carefully and consistently recording inventory transactions, and maintaining cycle and stock counts with lot and material traceability.
- Create robust work batches by utilizing Work Orders and SOPs, accurately measuring and processing chemical ingredients in the production of finished formulations, recording process information precisely, and taking timely actions to resolve quality concerns.
- Reduce quality errors by investigating and identifying sources of errors, predicting future errors, and continuously improving practices and 6-sigma protocols to prevent such errors.
- Maintain dependable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) records by ensuring transactional accuracy through precise input entries and executing key electronic transfers and search functions.
Work Schedule
- Monday: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Tuesday)
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Wednesday)
- Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Thursday)
- Thursday: 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- Friday (occasional): Overtime into Friday morning as needed
- Friday–Sunday: Typically off
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; advanced credential preferred.
- 3 years of experience in material processing, batch formulations, or chemical manufacturing.
- Proficiency with computer programs, including Inventory Management software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong math and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift and carry weights up to 50 lbs.
- Hazwoper training preferred.
- After initial training, they are capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Benefits
- Attractive salaries
- Personal growth opportunities
- Excellent benefits packages that include:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401K)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Free uniforms and footwear
- Training & Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Resources
Salary: $26.50 an hour. Employees working 3rd shift hours are eligible for a 15% shift differential in addition to their base pay. Our company takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of our company's salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may fall outside the range. The range listed is just one component of our company's total compensation packages for employees.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Reactor Operator - Night Shift in Great Torrington employer: Bachmann Chemical and Engineering
At Bomar, located in Torrington, Connecticut, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values innovation and employee growth. Our supportive work culture fosters personal development through comprehensive training and wellness resources, while our competitive benefits package, including health care and generous paid time off, ensures a rewarding work-life balance. Join us as a Reactor Operator and be part of a team that is dedicated to producing high-quality materials in a safe and collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
Bachmann Chemical and Engineering Recruitment Team
