Styrofoam Process Equipment Operator (Rotating Shifts)

Filmtec Water Mexico, S de R.L. de C.V.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

DuPont in Joliet, IL is hiring a Styrofoam Process Equipment Operator to join a three-person process technician team. The role operates in a Styrofoam insulation plant with a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (3,2,2) and involves safe operation, routine maintenance, and process optimization.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience, with overtime to cover absenteeism. A valid US driver’s license is required for site access and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing work experience.
• Must perform simple math computations involving ratios and fractions.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills in an empowered team environment.
• Overtime is required to cover vacancies and absences.
• Must have a current, valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Meet EH&S, quality, productivity, and teamwork expectations and participate in continuous improvement.
• Interface with process control computers to optimize product quality and equipment operations.
• Perform standard and non-routine testing of product quality.
• Set up and adjust process equipment for product changes.
• Safely perform manual operations such as cutting foam during start-ups/jam-ups and stacking/ grinding foam.
• Conduct on-shift minor maintenance, predictive/preventive maintenance, breakdown repair, and planned shutdown activities.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Math skills

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year Technical/Trade Degree in Process Technology, Mechanical or Electrical

Job description

DuPont in Joliet, IL is hiring a Styrofoam Process Equipment Operator to join a three-person process technician team. The role operates in a Styrofoam insulation plant with a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (3,2,2) and involves safe operation, routine maintenance, and process optimization.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience, with overtime to cover absenteeism. A valid US driver’s license is required for site access and operations.