Production Operator

Celanese; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese is seeking an entry-level Material Handler for its Mylar Specialty Films site in Hopewell, VA. The role focuses on operating equipment, maintaining quality under SOPs, and performing minor maintenance while ensuring safety standards are met.

Candidates should be able to work rotating shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and use SAP or similar manufacturing software. Training and opportunities for advancement are described within the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with willingness to learn.
• Ability to wear PPE and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Basic computer skills and experience with MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate equipment ensuring quality and SOP conformance.
• Perform minor maintenance within area of expertise.
• Maintain safety standards and follow emergency procedures.
• Obtain materials for operating area and assist in slitting and packing tasks.
• Transport reclaimed and finished goods safely; assist with roll changes.

Skills

PPE compliance

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Mylar Specialty Films site in Hopewell, Virginia is seeking qualified Material Handlers. In this entry-level role into our production area,the successful candidatewill:

• Monitor and operate equipment and facilities ensuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures
• Perform minor maintenance functions within their operating area and within their level of expertise.
• Maintain safety standards at all times
• Initiate and follow emergency procedures when necessary.

In this role, the successful candidate will have opportunity for growth through additional training and responsibility in the operations area.

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Obtain all materials necessary for the area to operate smoothly (packing supplies, stores items, etc.)
• Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas; feeding cutters with cut-offs, splits, wrap rolls in slitting, pack DHO rolls, doff slit rolls, operate hoists, etc.
• Transport reclaim and finished goods safely
• Perform roll changes as well as general help during pack and die changes
• Ensure proper film types, gauges and treated side when making roll tickets/labels
• Visually inspect rolls (mill roll, DHO, and slit) for surface defects
• Contribute to the team effort - attendance, punctuality, dependable, works well with others, and contribute to meeting business metrics -flexible to float to where needed
• Develop and maintain skill set to upgrade to assistant stenter operator and/or slitting operator

The following are required:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)
• Willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule
• Willing and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call in as required
• Willing and able to frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and learning new computer software systems

Successful candidate will need to be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

The site prefers the following skill sets:

• Associate’s degree in a science related field or Process Technology
• Vocational Certificate or Technical Trade Certificate
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in a manufacturing facility
• Experience in a maintenance related field
• Experience in the PolyesterFilm production processes
• Experience with SAP or equivalent Manufacturing Operations software
• MT1 certification
• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (I.E. fork trucks, pallet trucks,tow devices, etc.)

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.