Operator, Compounding (Ottawa, IL, US)

Quintall; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SABIC is hiring for a manufacturing operator in Ottawa, USA. The role involves safe operation of equipment and control systems in a manufacturing environment, with potential rotating shifts including nights and holidays. Overtime may be required to meet production needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of manufacturing experience is a plus. Strong safety awareness and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of consistent work experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to perform the essential physical requirements of the position.
• Strong safety and environmental awareness.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team and with other individuals.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment, control systems, and environmental compliance in an assigned manufacturing operation.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights and holidays, with overtime as needed.
• Operate and monitor computer controlled systems, observe production processes, and record instrument readings.
• Follow work processes, cooperate with teams, and complete job-specific training certification.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

USA-Ottawa

Chemistry that Matters™

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. Today, the company serves customers in more than 140 countries with a global workforce of close to 29,000 talented individuals. Our values – Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver – are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here: www.sabic.com/en/careers/benefits-that-matter/career-matters/SABIC-Leadership-Way

Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world – through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!

For an overview of our benefits here at SABIC, please visit: www.yoursabicbenefits.com

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment, control systems, associated auxiliaries and environmental compliance in an assigned manufacturing operation; which may include chemical operations, mixing, blending, and plastic compounding. Must have the ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, and to work a reasonable level of scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

How You Can Be the Impact

• Conducting various physical activities and mental reasoning in the manufacturing of plastic resin and pellet products.
• Manipulation of controls (operating a computer controlled system while observing production processes); and observing, correcting and recording instrument readings relating to temperature, pressure, volume, and/or weight.
• Lifting materials, connecting line/tank hook-ups; conducting area housekeeping, collecting samples, operating a forklift, and cleaning equipment are also regularly occurring duties.
• Production Operators are also responsible to follow applicable work processes, communicate effectively to other teams and team members, and complete the job specific training certification.

What Matters to SABIC

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent educational diploma
• Two years of consistent work experience (Manufacturing a plus)
• Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the position
• High safety and environmental awareness
• Work well within an inclusive team environment
• Ability to communicate with team and other individuals
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and professionalis

Eligibility Requirements

• You must submit your application for employment online to be considered.
• You must be 18 years or older
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.