Assistant Operator

The Company

Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates is a leading producer of acrylic monomers, formerly part of Mitsubishi Rayon and now integrated into Mitsubishi Chemical. The company is a key player in the global acrylic monomer market, leveraging its expertise in multiple technical routes and innovative production methods.

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Operator to join our dynamic team at the Memphis, TN site. This role requires a combination of technical knowledge, safety awareness, and teamwork skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform all job duties in accordance with safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Complete field activities such as valve opening/closing, pump starting/stopping, hose connection/disconnection, and equipment decontamination.
• Prepare for and perform startup, operation, shutdown, and emergency shutdown procedures.
• Load and unload tank cars with monomer and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ACH).
• Perform pressure tests on tank wagons and tank cars.
• Lance and ream boiler tubes, keep equipment neat, and ensure safety.
• Conduct routine checks on equipment, pumps, instruments, etc.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Minimum high school education or GED.
• Associates degree in Process Operating Technology or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of operating experience in a chemical plant environment.
• Must achieve an acceptable score on WorkKeys assessments in Applied Math, Applied Technology, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in Process Operating Technology or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a chemical plant setting.
• Ability to pass WorkKeys assessments in Applied Math, Applied Technology, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

• Technical knowledge of process operations.
• Experience with safety protocols and emergency response.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.

Pay

The salary for this position is $28.17 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations may influence the base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (based on a specific city and state) if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to support shift work.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.