Chemical Maintenance Technician - Production

About the role

The Chemical Maintenance Technician supports Nico Products' production lines by maintaining chemical processes, filtration systems, and wastewater treatment operations. The role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing for sectors such as medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial production.

Key responsibilities

• Perform chemical additions, make‑up, and system monitoring to keep production chemistry within specification.
• Maintain and troubleshoot chemical filtration and maintenance equipment.
• Support wastewater treatment activities and ensure environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with the Chemical Lab Manager and production teams to maintain process consistency and minimize downtime.
• Follow written procedures, safety protocols, and detailed work instructions.

Required profile

• Experience with industrial chemicals, process chemistry, or wastewater treatment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a production team.
• Comfortable in an active plant setting with heat, humidity, dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Willingness to work onsite in Minnesota and relocate if currently out of state.

Required skills

• Industrial chemical handling
• Process chemistry operations
• Wastewater treatment procedures
• Chemical filtration system maintenance

What we offer

• Starting pay of $28.00 per hour (DOE)
• $1,500 signing bonus for new hires
• Full‑time schedule (6:00 am‑2:00 pm, Monday‑Friday) with overtime as needed
• Opportunities for long‑term growth within a diversified manufacturing company