Assistant Operator

Mitsubishi Chemical; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

Employee Assistance Programs

Self-paced learning & development

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates is seeking a hands-on Plant Operator to support day-to-day MMA plant operations at our Memphis, TN site. You will perform routine checks, operate equipment, lockout procedures and help maintain safe, efficient production with minimal supervision.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, relevant Work Keys scores and at least 3 years in manufacturing. We offer a unionized environment with benefits starting day one and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must have Work Keys scores: Applied Mathematics, Locating Information, Reading for Information.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing facility; chemical experience is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly in crisis situations.
• Ability to anticipate problems and resolve quality or production issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day MMA plant operations.
• Perform routine checks on equipment, valves, pumps, and gauges.
• Follow safety procedures and lockout/tagout during maintenance.
• Support loading/unloading and tank operations as needed.
• Contribute to housekeeping and safe plant practices.

Skills

Problem solving

Crisis response

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Work Keys: Applied Mathematics

Work Keys: Locating Information

Work Keys: Reading for Information

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylateshas a strong heritage of delivering excellence in the design, development and manufacture of some of the world’s best known acrylic products. With a heritage from DuPont and ICI,Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates has been a leader in the application and development of acrylic technologies. The acquisition ofMitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates by Mitsubishi Rayon in 2009 further strengthened this position and established the combined companies as the global market leader in the manufacture and sales of acrylic monomers. Further integration of the Mitsubishi companies (Mitsubishi Rayon, Mitsubishi Plastics, and Mitsubishi Chemical) in 2017 created the new Mitsubishi Chemical Company (MCC) and firmly established the acrylic monomer business domain as the continued global leader in acrylic monomer, now backed by the strength of the 5 th largest chemical company in the world. Mitsubishi Chemical is the only producer that utilizes all three technical routes to acrylic monomer and the only producer utilizing C2 technology as a commercial option for MMA production. As a result, Mitsubishi Chemical is not only the largest but also the most technically advantaged acrylic monomer producer in the world.

Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylatesoperates as the Americas Division of Mitsubishi Chemicals’ acrylic monomer business, one of ten business domains crossing a diverse portfolio of businesses within the company. As the global leader, we manufacture and supply acrylic monomers that serve a broad base of downstream applications ranging from architectural and automotive coatings, to adhesives, to various acrylic sheet applications and specialty moldings. Our products have many applications and are found in many popular name brands of paints, adhesives, bath and spa products, and beyond.

Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylatesis also one of over twenty Mitsubishi Chemical businesses within the Americas region that span the ten global business domains within the region. As a result, careers within Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates/MCC are not just limited to the global acrylic monomer business domain but open to a wide range of the opportunities in the region and beyond that one would expect from a large global company.

Mitsubishi Chemical is fully committed to providing solutions to the issues facing people, society, and the planet. All business strategies within the company converge on one point - to contribute to sustained worldwide development and realize what we call KAITEKI. This simple Japanese word encapsulates our Mitsubishi group philosophy to use science and innovation to create and nurture a society where quality of life improves for all in a sustainable way. It is at the very heart of why we are in business. We will continue to provide solutions for the issues of society consistent with the aims of the international communities. We will continue to promote initiatives aimed at improving sustainability such as the promotion of energy conservation, the promotion of renewable energy use, and expansion of product lines and technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As such, we have been selected as a member of the global Dow Jones Sustainability World Index as recognition of our beliefs, focus, and effort.

Our Culture

Our vision atMitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates is to be “The undisputed leader in methacrylates as seen in the eyes of our customers, shareholders, employees, and communities”

This statement is simple yet powerful. We want to be seen as the leader in all that we do, as measured by four groups of discriminating stakeholders who share similar priorities but view our performance through different lenses.

By aggressively pursuing the ever-rising expectations of each of these we can be satisfied that we are aligned with our corporate vision to realize KAITEKI.

An example is the priority investment to build a new world scale C2 based state-of-the-art MMA plant. This project effort has recently begun that will not only enhance our ability to serve the market but will also advance our sustainability efforts through the reduced emissions, reduced energy consumption, and by using certain bio-based feedstocks.

Our Values

Finally, our values are equally important to us. We believe that by being open, honest, and supportive of each other and by working together to empower and bring out the best in each other, we will achieve our vision. We thrive together in a culture of performance, creativity, and innovation to constantly challenge the status quo and to take us to new heights. We are passionate about what we do, and we fully embrace KAITEKI.

Job Purpose

To be involved in the day-to-day production of the MMA plant. The incumbents are charged with the responsibility of working through a series of tasks to assist plant in meeting objectives. Additionally, the incumbents are responsible for the upkeep of the plant which includes belt security and housekeeping.

Principal Accountabilities

• Solid safety performance
• Completion of required plant & safety training Maintain a high standard of housekeeping
• Follow all area procedures when performing routine task and/or assigned duties
• Will be responsible for routine checks around equipment, pumps, instruments, gauges etc.
• To perform field activities such as opening and closing valves, starting/stopping pumps, connecting/disconnecting hoses, decontaminating process equipment, locking out and making first breaks to prepare for maintenance work.
• Assist Operator in safe equipment lockouts for Maintenance work
• Perform tank farm and lancing jobs
• Tank Farm
• Load Car and Tank with Monomer
• Load and unload ACH Tank Car
• Perform pressure test on tank wagons and tank cars
• Unload and transfer foreshots
• Verify Bill of Lading and transport information
• All other duties assigned
• Lance and ream boiler tubes on both boilers, clean out ports and keep lance plant-forms neat and orderly to prevent tripping hazards
• Will be responsible for routine checks of lancing and reaming equipment
• Day Relief
• Drive Forklift and other assigned equipment when necessary
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• High School diploma or GED required,
• Must have applicable Work Keys scores- Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, and Reading for Information
• Technical ability to be able to anticipate problems and resolve quality or production problems that arise
• Incumbent should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility and possess above average technical skills. Chemical experience is a plus
• The incumbent must possess excellent problem-solving skills to resolve any quality or production problems that arise.
• The incumbent must be able to anticipate problems and resolve before they occur.
• The incumbent needs to be able to think quickly on their feet and make snap decisions with complete confidence in crisis situations.

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The starting pay for this position is $28.17 per hour. This is a unionized facility.
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.