CP (Chemical Processing) Production Operator

Mitsubishi Chemical Group; Greer, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits begin day 1

Employee Assistance Programs

Self-Paced Learning & Development

Job summary

Mitsubishi Polyester Film Americas is seeking a CP (Chemical Processing) Production Operator to support additive make up, raw material handling, and CP operations. The role includes monitoring equipment, participating in flagman duties, and learning CP chip systems.

Strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced plant environment in Greer, SC. The position requires rotating 12-hour shifts (4 days on, 4 days off) and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to work in a safe manner as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn to operate heavy equipment and CP processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and troubleshoot additive make up operations and equipment.
• Monitor raw material unloading/loading operations and silo levels.
• Unloads additive tanker trucks and perform Flagman duties when moving rail cars.
• Learn and understand CP chip systems and related procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Heavy equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Respirator use

Process controls

Safety awareness

Communication

Outside environment

Rotating shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CP (Chemical Processing) Production Operator (2120)

Title:

CP (Chemical Processing) Production Operator

Welcome to Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film Americas. Recognized as a global leader and one of the largest suppliers of polyester (PET-polyethylene terephthalate) film in the world, the Mitsubishi Polyester Film Group is your partner of choice for a wide range of high-quality customized Diafoil® and Hostaphan® brand PET films. Our knowledge and expertise can provide the perfect solution for a product design, manufacturing, logistics, or process challenge.

To further our commitment to sustainability, Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film has developed a revolutionary recycling program called Reprocess®. As the industry leader in silicone coated PET film, Mitsubishi Chemical is now collecting spent liner material from pressure sensitive label and liner Customers and downstream users. Using breakthrough technology Mitsubishi Chemical is reprocessing the waste liner stream into first quality release liners with up to 25% post-industrial recycled material.

Partnering with Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film ensures working with a supplier who has a local and global network of researchers on the cutting edge of PET innovation. Whether your challenge is product or service related, we commit to bringing you new ideas to discover the next ground-breaking solution for Your business.

Job Purpose

CP (Chemical Processing) Production Operator

Principal Accountabilities

• Monitor, control, and troubleshoot additive make up operations & equipment. Monitor additive batches and feed tank levels to maintain a consistent supply of additives to Continuous Polymerization (CP) operations accordingly.
• Monitor, control, and troubleshoot raw material unloading/loading operations & equipment. Monitor raw material silo levels per procedure to maintain a consistent supply of raw materials to CP operations accordingly. Monitor silo levels to ensure proper level limits.
• Unloads additive tanker trucks. Performs Flagman duties when moving rail cars.
• Know and understand all Track Mobile and Flagman training documents.
• Performs Flagman duties when moving railcars.
• Learn and understand the CP chip systems.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• High School Diploma or GED from a school accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or state/county of residence
• Ability to work as a team member and in a safe manner.
• Ability to operate or willing to learn to operate heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude. Can work with hands using hand tools and equipment.
• Willing to learn to complete chemical mixing while wearing a respirator.
• Ability to track and maintain multiple processes at the same time using computer controls and manual systems.
• Willing to operate processes that may require showering.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and engaged in learning.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Willing to work in outside environments year-round.
• Willing to work rotating 12-hour shifts- 4 days on, 4 days off

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The pay rate for this position is $27.45/hr. 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 begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

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.