Operator

Clariant SE; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO with carry-over

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

EAP Program

Spending and Savings Accounts

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Auto/Home Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Plan

Job summary

Clariant is seeking an Industrial Room Operator for the Additives & Adsorbents unit on the second shift. The role involves operating packaging equipment, following process instructions, and ensuring products meet quality specifications.

Responsibilities include routine machine adjustments, accurate documentation, housekeeping, and compliance with safety procedures. The position starts through a third-party employer for three months with potential transition to direct employment with Clariant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of experience in a manufacturing/-packaging setting.
• Must be able to fluently read and write in English.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements and quantities.

Responsibilities

• Read and review process orders for specific instructions and specifications.
• Document all required in-process forms clearly and legibly.
• Operate bag and packet sealing machines to quality standards.
• Lift up to 35 lbs and handle materials safely.
• Visually inspect material before packaging and ensure compliance with specs.
• Read and use measuring tools like a ruler.
• Monitor bag/packet quality according to frequency requirements.
• Alert technicians of defective material and document issues.

Skills

English literacy

Math basics

Job description

Join Clariant as an Industrial Room Operator within the Additives & Adsorbents Business Unit, supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role is responsible for operating packaging equipment, following process instructions, and ensuring products meet all quality specifications. You will perform routine machine adjustments, maintain accurate documentation and housekeeping standards, and comply with all safety and operational procedures. The role also supports team communication, training activities, and continuous improvement within the department. Working on the second shift, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical skills, contribute to a strong team, and play an important role in keeping our operations running smoothly. This role will initially be through a third-party employer for a three-month period, with the possibility of an extension and a transition to direct employment with Clariant.

Responsibilities

• Read and review process order for specific instructions and specifications
• Requires clear and legible documentation on all required in process forms
• Operates bag and packet sealing machines
• Able to lift up to 35lbs
• Visually inspect material before packaging
• Capable of reading and using a ruler
• Monitor bag and packet quality in accordance to specifications and frequency requirements
• Alerts technician of defective material
• Make machine adjustments by using a variety of tools (wrenches, etc.)
• Maintaining housekeeping on the machines and other areas within the department
• Follow all department procedures
• Abide by all Clariant rules and safety regulations
• Communicates and reports issues to leadership
• Must be able to make weight adjustments when needed
• Able to run all available machines in the department efficiently

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience
• Must be able to fluently read and write in English
• Basic mathematical skills

What´s in it for you?

• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

We at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose Greater chemistry – between people and planet describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it.