Reclaim Coordinator

celanese; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese seeks a Reclaim Coordinator for the Polymer Department to optimize cutter utilization and reclaim processes while minimizing scrap sent to external processors. You will collaborate with the 24/7 plant team, the scheduling specialist, and the polymer department to ensure effective tracking of polymer scrap and reclaim.

The role requires detail orientation, strong computer skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, including reporting and data interpretation, within the framework

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Knowledge of polymer operations preferred.
• Strong computer skills including spreadsheets and SAP.
• Good written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Ability to work independently with strong time management.
• Experience with report writing and data interpretation.
• Understanding of 5S and visual factory techniques.
• Familiarity with site policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work with site services leader and production team captains to refine manufacturing procedures and systems for tracking all polymer scrap and reclaim.
• Reduce the overall level of scrap by maximizing reclaim utilization.
• Improve or establish tracking of materials for scrap and reclaim film/polymers.
• Improve 5S and visual factory conditions where reclaim and scrap are stored and processed.
• Coordinate the movement and storage of reclaimed products considering production schedules, staffing, and equipment availability.
• Proficient use of SAP system for keeping track of materials and inventories.
• Responsible for running reports as needed
• Personally accountable to work safe and promote site core values.

Skills

Polymer operations knowledge

SAP proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Data reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Reclaim Coordinator

Primary Function: Provide support to the Polymer Department to drive optimum cutter utilization and bunker storage to maximize reclaim utilization while minimizing scrap sent to external processors. To be successful, this position will have to work closely with the 24/7 team in the film plant, the scheduling specialist, and the polymer department. This position requires a detail oriented person proficient with production schedules, product specifications, computers, and office software.

Responsibilities

• Work with site services leader and production team captains to refine manufacturing procedures and systems for tracking all polymer scrap and reclaim.
• Reduce the overall level of scrap by maximizing reclaim utilization.
• Improve or establish tracking of materials for scrap and reclaim film/polymers.
• Improve 5S and visual factory conditions where reclaim and scrap are stored and processed.
• Coordinate the movement and storage of reclaimed products considering production schedules, staffing, and equipment availability.
• Proficient use of SAP system for keeping track of materials and inventories.
• Responsible for running reports as needed
• Personally accountable to work safe and promote site core values.

Qualifications

Educational Attainment: High School Diploma required.

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills Needed:

• Knowledge or background in Polymer Operations is preferred
• Strong computer skills, to include spreadsheets, SAP, etc.
• Good communication skills, including written and verbal skills; ability to interface with all levels of organization
• Ability to work independently and be self directed including work planning and time management priorities
• Report writing techniques for collecting and interpreting data
• Knowledge of 5S and visual factory techniques
• Knowledge of Site policies/procedures
• Ability to do numerous tasks at one time

Competencies:

• Analysis and Judgment - recognizes issues, problems, or opportunities and determines whether action is needed
• Building Sustainable Relationships - builds rapport and cooperative relationships with co-workers and seeks information to understand problems, expectations, and needs
• Teamwork/Collaboration - developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Innovation - generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities
• Engagement - demonstrates a willingness to actively commit to one’s work and to invest one’s time, talent, and best efforts to accomplish organizational goals; cooperates with others – works collaboratively with others to establish and maintain positive work relationships; acknowledges others contributions; engages in joint problem solving and idea generation; welcomes new experiences – seeks new learning opportunities; pursues intellectual challenges; enjoys changes in one’s work responsibilities, work processes, or work environment
• Embraces and Drives Change - approaches change or newness positively – treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to others

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 is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2025 net sales of $9.5 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com. Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.