ISO Technician (UN Portable Tank Technician) in Portland, Oregon at Kanto Corporation

About Kanto Corporation

Kanto is a leading U.S. manufacturer of high-purity specialty chemicals that power the world’s most advanced industries. With a legacy of precision, safety, and innovation, we support global leaders in semiconductor, technology, and chemical processing by delivering products that meet uncompromising standards of quality and reliability.

At Kanto, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a culture where collaboration, continuous improvement, and excellence are not just values, but daily practices. Joining Kanto means contributing to work that shapes the future of technology and manufacturing—while growing your career in a dynamic, high-impact environment.

The Role at a Glance

The ISO Technician supports Kanto’s Supply Chain function by ensuring the continuous, safe, and reliable movement of chemicals delivered via ISO tanker. This role manages the coordinated flow of ISO tanks across the facility, working closely with Production, Quality, and Technical teams to maintain uninterrupted material availability.

The ISO Technician is responsible for receiving, inspecting, sampling, and verifying incoming tankers to ensure all materials meet quality and specification requirements. Through accurate documentation, safe handling, and real-time communication, this position plays a critical role in maintaining product quality, operational continuity, and compliance with Kanto’s safety and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Do

Load and unload ISO tanks from chassis and assigned pits.

Physically receive, inspect, and verify ISO tank condition upon arrival.Complete receiving check sheets, inspections, and related documentation with accuracy.Connect, flush, and sample ISO tanks in accordance with approved quality procedures.Perform hose operations including pulling, rolling, and making chemical connections.Offload approved ISO tanks; complete all required end-of-offload steps and verify tanks are empty.Create and complete Master Trip Cards, Production Trip Cards, and Plex sample labels.Perform system entries including LIMS submissions, Excel tracking logs, and ERP transactions.Connect and initiate fills of customer lorries.Resample and flush ISO tanks for quality or technical review as required.Support ISO recertification activities in partnership with the Production Technical Team.Safely move ISO tanks, chassis, trailers, and associated equipment around the facility.Maintain clear communication via email and radio to support material flow and operational continuity.

Safety Responsibilities

Follows all Kanto and customer safety requirements and completes all required safety training. Actively participates in hazard identification, near-miss reporting, and process improvements. Must be able to wear PPE including air-purifying/supplied-air respirators, safety glasses, face shields, safety shoes, hard hats, fall protection, and other gear as required.

Qualifications

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing, chemical processing, production yard, dock operations, or similar industrial environment, and/or chemical handling, hazardous materials, with rigorous PPE and safety requirements.

(For a description of roles and types of experience that may position you well for this role, please refer to end of this posting.)

Experience and/or ability (to learn) to operate large commercial vehicles. (Experience with chemical tankers is preferred.)Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams required.Experience with chemical tankers is strongly preferred.1–2 years of yard spotter or tractor-trailer operation preferred; candidates without prior experience must be willing to learn onsite. (A CDL is not required for this position; however, candidates who currently hold a valid CDL will receive preference. There is a differential in pay for maintaining an active CDL license.)Must complete required Hazmat Employee training (49 CFR 172.704) within 90 days of hire.Must complete Hazardous Materials Technician (HAZWOPER) training (29 CFR 1910.120(q)(6)(iii)) within 90 days of hire.Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams required.Regularly required to sit, twist, use hands, reach, speak, and hear alarms or spoken communication.Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch.Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.Must meet requirements for respirator use (medical clearance and fit test).Specific vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Why Join Kanto

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Kanto offers industry-aligned pay bands for ISO Technicians—including swing-shift premiums, Lead/Backup Lead differentials, and advancement-based pay. Employees also receive generous FTO, nine paid holidays, comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits, and job-relevant tuition reimbursement.Opportunities for Growth and Advancement: With clear pathways into Lead ISO Technician, Backup Lead, Inventory Specialist, and other Supply Chain or Quality roles, Kanto invests in employees who show initiative, mechanical aptitude, and reliability.Cross-Functional Collaboration: ISO Technicians partner daily with Warehouse, Logistics, Quality, and Production teams, supporting Kanto’s broader transformation toward stronger standards, improved compliance, and operational excellence. Play a Critical Role in Kanto’s Supply Chain Excellence: ISO Technicians directly support our ability to deliver high-purity chemical products to global semiconductor customers. Your accuracy, safety mindset, and attention to detail ensure that every ISO container leaving PMF meets rigorous quality and purity standards.Hands-On, High-Impact Technical Work: From preparing, cleaning, and pressure testing ISO containers to managing fittings, valves, and specialized transfer equipment, this role offers meaningful, skill-building technical work with real responsibility.

How to Apply

Click the “Apply” button to submit your resume. We look forward to learning more about you.

Kanto Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents that each individual brings, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute to our shared success.

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Addendum

Although not limited to this list, Kanto believes that candidates who have worked in industrial environments involving large equipment, bulk material transfers, tanker (or large) trucks, loading docks, cranes, sampling, inspections, and/or safety-sensitive procedures, and environments including bulk commodities, industrial logistics, marine terminals, or heavy equipment may be an excellent candidate even without chemical handling experience.

Is Kanto’s ISO Technician Right for You?

Best Transferable Occupations (Examples)

Common Vocations w/ Function Overlap	Potential Transferable Experience
Industrial Material Operator	May include a combination of several of the positions noted on this list.
Bulk Materials Sampling Technician	Bulk Materials Sampling Technician
Chemical Handler, Transfer Specialist	Fluid sampling from tanks, drums, totes, ISO’s, etc.
Large Vehicle/truck Driver (terminal or yard exp.)	Trailer movement, chassis, truck positioning, dock coordination
Crane Operator / Rigger	Heavy lifts, rigging, load positioning, equipment inspections
Tanker Operator	Storage tanks, fluid transfers, monitoring, inspections
Water / Wastewater Operator	Sampling, pumps, valves, process monitoring, compliance records
Agricultural Commodity Elevator Operator	Bulk receiving, sampling, transfer equipment, quality checks
Bulk Terminal Operator	Loading/unloading tankers, pumps, hoses, valves, bulk transfers
Railcar Loader	Tank cars, transfer connections, inspections, loading procedures
Marine Terminal Operator	Dock operations, large vessels, cranes, transfer equipment, safety protocols

Swing Shift, Monday-Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.