Operator, Production

About the Role

The Mylar Specialty Films site in Hopewell, Virginia is seeking qualified Material Handlers. In this entry-level role into our production area, the successful candidate will monitor and operate equipment and facilities, perform minor maintenance, maintain safety standards, and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Obtain all materials necessary for the area to operate smoothly (packing supplies, stores items, etc.)
• Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas, including feeding cutters, wrapping rolls, packing DHO rolls, doffing slit rolls, and operating hoists
• Transport reclaim and finished goods safely
• Perform roll changes and general help during pack and die changes
• Ensure proper film types, gauges, and treated side when making roll tickets/labels
• Visually inspect rolls for surface defects
• Contribute to the team effort through attendance, punctuality, dependability, and flexibility to meet business metrics

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Willing and able to wear required PPE (steel toes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA)
• Willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule, overtime, holidays, weekends, and on short notice
• Frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and learning new computer software systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a science-related field or Process Technology
• Vocational Certificate or Technical Trade Certificate
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a manufacturing facility
• Experience in a maintenance-related field
• Experience in Polyester Film production processes
• Experience with SAP or equivalent Manufacturing Operations software
• MT1 certification
• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (fork trucks, pallet trucks, tow devices, etc.)

Pay

This position pays $26.64/hour with annual bonus eligibility. Actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and market factors.