Coatings Production Operator

About the role

Come join our team at Mitsubishi Chemical Group Polyester Film Division, a manufacturer recognized as a global and innovative leader in the industry as well as one of the largest suppliers of polyester (PET) film in the world. Benefits begin on day one and we also offer an on-site medical clinic.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and troubleshoot coatings batch operations & equipment.
• Monitor coating batches and levels to maintain a consistent supply of coatings to multiple Film Lines accordingly.
• Ensure coating solutions are properly prepared for running products on the film lines and that coatings equipment is cleaned and operating properly.
• Assist the film line operators in trouble shooting quality and runnability issues to ensure quality product is being produced.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of coating equipment.
• Routine sample testing of solutions.
• Housekeeping of coating areas.
• Understand films process flow and coordinate coating changeovers for multiple film lines.
• Communicates to coating asset team members as needed on improvements.
• Responsible for day-to-day operations and housekeeping.
• Responsible for transportation of coating materials to designated locations via forklift.
• Ensure all unused chemicals are disposed of properly.
• Assist with Production and Research and Development trials as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED from a school accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or state/county of residence.
• 3 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a team environment.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and engaged in learning.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, able to adapt and flex to production schedule changes.
• Comfortable working with chemicals.
• Supports peer to peer training.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to track and maintain multiple coating processes at the same time using computer controls and manual systems.
• Willing to work rotating 12-hour shifts — 4 days on, 4 days off, 4 weeks day shift, 4 weeks night shift.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $30.40 with progression up to $33.35. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one
• On-site medical clinic
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts: 4 days on, 4 days off, 4 weeks day shift, 4 weeks night shift.