Chemical Plant Operator Trainee

AdvanSix; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 2,971,000 - 4,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Stock purchase program

Job summary

AdvanSix is hiring for a manufacturing role in the Mechanicsville, VA area. The position involves controlling the caprolactam conversion process, operating multiple utilities, and maintaining safety and environmental standards on a rotating shift.

We seek candidates with 3+ years of manufacturing experience or a technical/science degree, strong communication, and teamwork. The job includes comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience or an Associate’s Degree or higher in a technical or science related field is preferred.
• Willing and able to work an 8-hour rotating shift including holidays, weekends, and required overtime.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Must be able to complete a background check and drug test successfully.
• Must have strong communication skills and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of the conversion of caprolactam through hydrolysis and poly condensation, extrusion, leaching, and drying, finishing into blending and packaging.
• Maintain control of multiple utility systems to support the operation areas.
• Monitor control information for an area and make adjustments as necessary to operate equipment and facilities, ensuring quality and conformance with SOPs.
• Maintain safety standards at all times and initiate and follow emergency procedures when necessary.
• Responsible for preventing spills and adhering to our commitment to protect the environment.
• Perform minor maintenance work and other responsibilities as needed.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Technical or science degree

Tools

DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

Forklift operation

Lab testing

Control room operations

Job description

AdvanSix is hiring for a manufacturing role in the Mechanicsville, VA area. The position involves controlling the caprolactam conversion process, operating multiple utilities, and maintaining safety and environmental standards on a rotating shift.

We seek candidates with 3+ years of manufacturing experience or a technical/science degree, strong communication, and teamwork. The job includes comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.