Basic Chemical Manufacturing

NAICS code 3251·7 national industries

Basic chemical manufacturing plants produce large-scale chemicals used as raw materials for other industries. Jobs often include chemical process operators, lab or quality control technicians, maintenance and utility workers, and plant safety/environment roles to support day-to-day production and testing. Expect hands-on, shift-based work in industrial settings with safety procedures and required compliance training, and some roles may need relevant science/technical education or experience.

7 national industries within Basic Chemical Manufacturing

Petrochemical Manufacturing

NAICS code 325110·National industry

Industrial Gas Manufacturing

NAICS code 325120·National industry

Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing

NAICS code 325130·National industry

Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

NAICS code 325180·National industry

Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing

NAICS code 325193·National industry

Cyclic Crude, Intermediate, and Gum and Wood Chemical Manufacturing