Production Technician

Chemours; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits packages

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusion and diversity initiatives

Volunteer day

Job summary

Chemours is seeking a Production Technician to join the Fayetteville, NC team. This role reports to the Area Shift Supervisor and involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chemical process equipment on rotating 12-hour shifts, with weekends and overtime as needed.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in relevant fields or a 2-year technical degree, plus valid driver's license and basic computer/mathematical skills.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma/equivalent plus 2+ years of experience in chemical, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, maintenance, or instrumentation work OR a 2-year associate/technical degree.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and outdoor conditions.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with math, trend charts, and scale readings.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, self-management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders, work at heights, stand/walk for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and wear required PPE, including acid suits.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use common hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical process equipment.
• Work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Start up, operate, and shut down equipment according to established procedures.
• Monitor field equipment including pumps, valves, vessels, heat exchangers, condensers, controls, and instrumentation.
• Conduct equipment rounds, inspections, sampling, and monitor process conditions such as pressure and temperature.
• Safely monitor plant operations from the Control Room.
• Load and unload trucks and containers and manage raw material/product inventories.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks and preventive maintenance, including LOTO, equipment isolation, purging, cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Create work orders, prepare job plans, and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Update procedures, schedule work, and manage overtime/timecard information.
• Train and assist team members as needed.
• Operate various types of mobile equipment.
• Participate in emergency response activities.
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with supervision.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements.

Skills

Planning skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Computer skills

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Technical degree

Tools

LOTO knowledge

Process instrumentation

Job description

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a Production Technician to join our growing Fayetteville , NC team! This position will report directly to the Area Shift Supervisor.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical process equipment.
• Work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Start up, operate, and shut down equipment according to established procedures.
• Monitor field equipment including pumps, valves, vessels, heat exchangers, condensers, controls, and instrumentation.
• Conduct equipment rounds, inspections, sampling, and monitor process conditions such as pressure and temperature.
• Safely monitor plant operations from the Control Room.
• Load and unload trucks and containers and manage raw material/product inventories.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks and preventive maintenance, including LOTO, equipment isolation, purging, cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Create work orders, prepare job plans, and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Update procedures, schedule work, and manage overtime/timecard information.
• Train and assist team members as needed.
• Operate various types of mobile equipment.
• Participate in emergency response activities.
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with supervision.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements.

The following is required for this role :

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma/equivalent plus 2+ years of experience in chemical, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, maintenance, or instrumentation work OR a 2-year associate/technical degree.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and outdoor conditions.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with math, trend charts, and scale readings.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, self-management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders, work at heights, stand/walk for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and wear required PPE, including acid suits.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use common hand tools.

The following is preferred for this role :

• Experience working in the chemicals industry
• Preferred Work Keys Certification (Silver or greater)

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position