Machine Operators-2nd Ops (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

About the role

Join our growing manufacturing team as a Machine Operator in 2nd Ops-Rotating Shift (1st and 2nd Shift) focused on grinding, annealing, and value-added processing of plastic stock shapes. You’ll work with specialized equipment like centerless grinders, annealing ovens, a plate planer, and precision measuring tools to ensure products meet exact specifications. This hands-on role is perfect for someone with strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate centerless grinders
• Load/unload materials into air and nitrogen annealing ovens
• Load auto-feed and hand-feed grinders using in-feed tables
• Operate plate planer
• Measure rods pre- and post-grind to within 0.0005” tolerance
• Dress grinding and regulating wheels using diamond heads
• Program and adjust lay-line printing equipment
• Select correct annealing cycles for different materials and shapes
• Perform basic machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years experience in manufacturing or machine operation
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to lift and move materials throughout the shift
• Forklift experience (stand-up and walk-behind)
• OSHA certification a plus
• Willingness to follow all safety protocols and quality standards
• Ability to work rotating shifts

Bonus points

• Experience with centerless grinding
• Familiarity with plastic or polymer materials
• Knowledge of barcoding systems or digital reporting tools

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $24.23, plus $0.75 shift differential for 2nd shift hours. 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

• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus

Schedule

This role is available on a Rotating Shift schedule (1st and 2nd Shift).