Production Operator

Celanese; Narrows (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese in Virginia is seeking a Production Operator to operate production equipment, troubleshoot, and assist with maintenance. You will rotate to floor, control room, and quality control tasks while following SOPs and safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes accurate data reporting, lock-out tag-out procedures, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Weekend and holiday shifts are required on a rotating, 12-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Forklift training/experience a plus.
• Candidates must demonstrate basic knowledge via ACT WorkKeys testing.

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment including troubleshooting and operator-assisted maintenance activities.
• Learns and rotates to all jobs including floor operation, control room and quality control operations.
• Supports maintenance through lock-out tag-out of equipment and safety work permits when required.
• Follows all production SOPs and maintains accurate records of observations and results.
• Reports data through written and oral reports to leadership; enters work notifications into SAP when malfunctioning equipment is identified.
• Reports safety and environmental events accurately and timely.
• Maintains housekeeping standards and participates in design discussions and SOP reviews as assigned.

Skills

Forklift

Mechanical skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Safety training

Communication skills

Overtime willingness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Production Operator is responsible for operating production equipment including troubleshooting and operator assisted maintenance. Operators will gain a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process change.

Responsibilities

• Performs all functions safely within the production areas
• Operates production equipment including troubleshooting and operator-assisted maintenance activities
• Learns and rotates to all jobs including floor operation, control room and quality control operations
• Supports maintenance through proper lock-out tag-out of equipment and issuing safety work permits when required
• Strictly follows all production specification sheets and Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintains accurate records of all observations and results
• Accurately and thoroughly reports data through written and oral reports to leadership
• Enters work notifications into SAP when malfunctioning equipment is identified and assists with initial trouble-shooting
• Accurately and timely reporting of all safety and environmental events
• Maintains and improves housekeeping standards in the work areas
• Participates in design discussions, writing and reviewing SOPs, performing line walk-downs, labeling equipment and other duties as assigned.

Shifts

Rotating shifts 12-hour shifts

• 12 hour - 7am – 7pm & 7pm – 7am – 4 days on, 4 days off, rotating shifts (on call)
• Must be able to work weekends & holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment strongly preferred.
• Previous training and/or experience on forklift operations a plus.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills by completing the ACT WorkKeys assessment testing and attain required scores.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process changes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Excellent observation skills.
• Adaptable and strong willingness to learn.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, changing manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of ESHA and other regulatory issues.
• Basic mechanical skills and analytical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Ability to work well in a team environment with limited supervision.
• Experience with safety programs in an industrial environment.