Process Operator

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. is a global leader in chemical solutions that enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. Our Mesa, Arizona facility is seeking a Process Operator for our Acids group.

About the role

The Process Operator will operate the ammonium fluoride reactor processes, nitric and hydrofluoric acid distillations, proprietary reactor process, and various utility processes, including the industrial waste treatment facility, deionized water facility, and other support facilities. This individual will perform other process department duties and tasks as assigned and will be a trained member of the Medical and Chemical Emergency Response and Confined Space rescue teams.

Responsibilities

• Correctly document containers processed as required by standard operating procedure, including manual and electronic logs, forms, and labels.
• Communicate equipment status and outages to the plant coordinator and process supervisor for correct, safe operation.
• Assist maintenance to troubleshoot and operate equipment for repair activities.
• Participate in operational, quality, and safety reviews as assigned.
• Comply with all Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) regulatory requirements for the operation of ammonia system and distillation processes.
• Participate in Emergency Response Team (ERT) after completing 40-hour training; act as Incident Commander in the absence of the Plant Coordinator to manage emergency responses.
• Comply with all process operator certification requirements and other certifications as assigned by the supervisor.
• Operate Hydrofluoric Acid and Nitric Acid distillation processes to produce parts-per-billion (ppb) grade product supporting chemical blending and other operations.
• Operate industrial boilers to support distillation operations.
• Operate Industrial Waste Treatment (IWT) plant within City of Mesa permit limits.
• Operate Deionized Water unit to support high purity chemical applications in blending, rinsing, and cleaning operations.
• Operate Ammonia and Acid Fume Scrubbers within air discharge permit limits.
• Operate an Ammonium Fluoride process to produce high purity grade material in support of blending operations.
• Operate an Anhydrous Ammonia system in support of Ammonium Fluoride operations.
• Operate cooling water systems in support of other operations.
• Conduct hourly rounds on all systems using tablet and software to electronically document the process and correct potential system deviations.
• React to data and trends in the process to make corrections.
• Assist with compounding and sampling in support of blending operations.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety requirements across a wide range of plant operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years’ chemical handling experience or Manufacturing Technician III level competency or higher.
• High purity chemical, semiconductor, or pharmaceutical experience required.
• Ability to be fitted for and wear a respirator.
• Must be able to obtain ERT certification and maintain ERT requirements.
• Ability to understand chemical compounding and sampling and communicate results effectively.
• 6-8 years’ forklift experience on either sit-down or stand-up forklifts.
• Experience in operating a forklift and other manufacturing tools.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, stoop, bend, climb, and reach.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a post-offer drug screening.

Additional Competencies

• Resilience: Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication: Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making: Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension: Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills: Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

About FUJIFILM Electronic Materials

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry—where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more. We are a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities located in Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island—each offering unique local experiences. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments: healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.”