Polymer Production Technician (entry level)

Socket.dev; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

STI Polymer is hiring Polymer Production Technicians on 2nd and 3rd shifts with a starting pay of $18.00 per hour plus shift differential. Training begins on the 1st shift for about 45 days before moving to the assigned shift.

This entry point into STI Polymer's Polymer Operations Career Pathway offers growth opportunities into more technical roles. Responsibilities include draining, connecting hoses, filtering, packaging, weighing, and moving materials, while maintaining a safe and efficient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to working safely and following established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drain polymer from production reactors into totes and drums.
• Connect, monitor, and handle industrial hoses and equipment.
• Filter finished products according to quality specifications.
• Package and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Weigh and stage raw materials for production.
• Assist with material movement and production support activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Work closely with team members to support production goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Build a Career in Chemical Manufacturing

Full-Time | 2nd & 3rd Shift Openings

Starting Pay: $18.00/hour + shift differential

Training Schedule: New hires will train on 1st shift for approximately 45 days before transitioning to their assigned shift.

Looking for more than just a job?

At STI Polymer, you'll join a specialized manufacturing team that produces high-quality polymers used in a variety of industries. We are committed to safety, teamwork, and developing our employees for long-term success.

Unlike many entry-level manufacturing positions, this role provides a pathway to learn increasingly complex production processes and develop skills that can lead to advancement opportunities within our Polymer Operations Career Pathway.

At STI Polymer, You Drive. We Navigate.

What You'll Do

As a Polymer Production Technician, you'll help support the safe and efficient production of polymer products by:

• Draining polymer from production reactors into totes and drums
• Connecting, monitoring, and handling industrial hoses and equipment
• Filtering finished products according to quality specifications
• Packaging and preparing finished goods for shipment
• Weighing and staging raw materials for production
• Assisting with material movement and production support activities
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Following all company safety policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Working closely with team members to support production goals

Grow With Us

This position serves as the entry point into STI Polymer's Polymer Operations Career Pathway. Employees who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and skill development may have opportunities to progress through increasingly technical production roles based on qualifications and business needs.

• Polymer Production Technician (Entry Level)
• Material Handler
• Blend Technician
• Operator I
• Operator II
• Operator III

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We're interested in dependable, safety-minded individuals who are eager to learn and grow.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to working safely and following established procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial experience
• Forklift experience
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment

Previous experience is helpful but not required. We provide training for individuals with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Physical & Work Requirements

This position must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Regular lifting of materials up to 50 pounds
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Frequent bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling
• Climbing stairs throughout the production facility
• Working in a manufacturing environment around production equipment
• Wearing required personal protective equipment, including a full-face respirator when necessary