Production Associate – Oven/Activation

Cormetech Inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) company match

Quarterly bonus plan

Job summary

A leading air quality management company located in Durham, North Carolina is seeking a Production Associate. This advanced position requires independent process adjustments and technical decision-making. Candidates should have a high school diploma and possess good math and communication skills. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment and collaborating with engineers. Enjoy competitive benefits starting on the first day of hire, including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Reliable means of transportation required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble material and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adjust solution chemistries using an Excel spreadsheet.
• Communicate issues with product and processes to supervisor.

Skills

Good basic math skills

Written communication skills

Self-motivated

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Description

At the heart of clean air, Cormetech is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and full lifecycle management of technologies that clean the air pollutants and carbon dioxide linked to climate change.

The company’s reputation is built on three decades of developing and delivering market‑leading selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalysts and CO2 adsorbers, the building blocks of emissions control and CO2 capture systems.

If you are looking to make a difference in the world you have found the right place. Join us as we continue to fight climate change.

What You Will Be Doing

• This role is a more advanced Production Associate position requiring independent process adjustments and technical decision‑making.
• Assemble material and operate equipment within specifications, safely and efficiently
• Measure, assemble materials, apply chemicals, and transport materials within specifications and with precision
• Work with both solid and liquid raw materials during oven and activation processes
• Adjust solution chemistries using an Excel spreadsheet; maintain chemical inventory and ensure tank chemistry is within specification
• Read run plans and enter proper recipes into HMI (human machine interface)
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on inline analytical equipment (XRF)
• Change solution filters as required
• Read and follow standard operating sheets (SOS) and troubleshoot process deviations
• Verify solutions, materials, and finished product criteria are within specifications prior to using or releasing
• Use care and attention to detail while working with raw materials and finished product to ensure product is not damaged and is properly handled
• Operate independently and collaborate with engineers/technicians; communicate issues with product, processes, and data to supervisor/manager in a timely manner
• Take formed bricks and run through Loomis extruder to form honeycomb catalysts
• Place honeycomb catalysts on trays, wrap, and place on the cart for the ovens
• Place carts with honeycomb catalysts in ovens, monitor temperature, and humidity, making necessary adjustments, remove catalysts once complete
• Prepare dry honeycomb catalysts for chemical activation
• Prepare chemical mix for activation process
• Cut honeycomb catalysts to specifications
• Build arrays by cementing catalysts into specifications and install in modules
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner
• Operate an overhead crane in a safe manner
• Must be able to work on assigned shifts

Work Schedule

• 12‑hour 2‑2‑3 shift schedule, providing extended time off and more scheduled days away from work.

Requirements

• Reliable means of transportation is required for all positions
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
• Background check is required
• Self‑motivated worker
• Good basic math and written communication skills
• Safety conscious
• Willingness to take on responsibility
• Able to work in a team
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to read, follow instruction, and record information
• Work experience in an industrial environment
• Proven knowledge of general plant safety

What Knowledge and Skills We Prefer

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Manufacturing or closely related experience
• Forklift experience preferred

The Working Conditions

• Mechanical noise
• Dusty and dirty work environment due to materials and raw materials
• Varying temperatures from warm to cold.

The Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift push, pull, and carry 25 pounds frequently.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 50 pounds occasionally.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and kneeling.

As a team member at CORMETECH you’ll enjoy:

Benefits are provided on the first day of hire. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision. CORMETECH also provides several company paid benefits, such as basic life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability.

We offer a generous PTO package, a company match on our 401(k), and a quarterly bonus plan.

Cormetech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The success of Cormetech depends on attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified people regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran’s status.