Support Operator (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

About the role

We’re looking for a dependable and safety-focused Support Operator to join our production team. In this role, you’ll perform a variety of secondary operations to support manufacturing, ensuring products meet quality, safety, and production standards. You’ll operate a range of equipment, perform inspections, and help keep the production process running smoothly and efficiently. The Support Operator plays a vital role in helping the plant achieve its mission — producing high-quality products better, faster, and at the lowest cost — while maintaining a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate centerless grinders, Acme belt grinders, planers, table saws, automated flippers, and balers according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Read production schedules and order packs; prepare necessary materials and equipment ahead of runs to minimize downtime.
• Perform secondary operations such as trimming, cleaning, labeling, and finishing of products.
• Conduct in-process inspections and quality checks; take corrective actions when needed.
• Record, maintain, and report accurate production data and documentation.
• Operate Powered Motor Vehicles (PMVs) safely to move materials or finished goods.
• Transfer products to the next manufacturing process, warehouse, or shipping area in a timely manner.
• Support activities to minimize downtime and improve product quality and process efficiency.
• Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S standards.
• Follow all company policies, safety guidelines, and emergency procedures.
• Participate in training, retraining, and cross-functional team activities as required.
• Communicate effectively with team members and support a culture of respect, collaboration, and accountability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow SDS sheets, SOPs, Work Instructions (WIs), and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Working knowledge of measuring equipment such as tape measures and micrometers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting ability.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Computer literate and able to complete basic data entry.
• Physically able to perform essential production tasks.
• Commitment to safety and the company’s “Injury Free Concept.”

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $20.91. 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 1! We offer Employee Assistance Programs, Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees, and a $1,000 Sign-on Bonus.

Schedule

The shift for this position is 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.