Technical Operator (EG)

Wacker Group; Tennessee; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

WACKER is seeking a Technical Operator (EG) for our Charleston, TN site. The role focuses on safe, efficient harvesting of polysilicon from reactors, operating mobile equipment and overhead cranes, and entering batch and downtime data into digital tracking systems.

You'll work in small teams to meet reactor turnaround standards, push for throughput improvements, and follow health, safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical and mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Open and reassemble reactors to harvest polysilicon.
• Work with management to achieve reactor turnaround standards.
• Input downtime information into the downtime tracking system.
• Report production issues and provide feedback to technical staff.
• Maintain 6S standards and housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Contact appropriate personnel when additional expertise is required.
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput and uptime.
• Follow company health, safety and environmental policies.
• RCRA generation responsibilities for containers, labeling, storage; regular inspections.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location (Short): Charleston, TN, USA, 37310

Posting Start Date: 10/27/26

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

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This is Us:

You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Technical Operators for our site in Charleston, TN.

What you will do:

The Technical Operator works in small teams focused on the safe and efficient harvest of polysilicon from reactors to ensure continuous operations. To complete this task, Technical Operators will open and reassemble reactors and operate various forms of mobile equipment and overhead cranes. Additionally, Technical Operators will input batch and downtime information into digital tracking systems, report on various production issues, and provide feedback to technical staff.

Technical Operators will work with management to achieve reactor turnaround standards and also to find ways to optimize and continuously improve efficiencies, throughput, and uptime. Technical Operators will have support staff as needed and they are expected to contact them whenever additional expertise are required. Operators are obligated to follow company policies regarding health and environmental protection, work safety, plant safety and quality. Operators are responsible for RCRA generation as relating to container and labeling usage, maintenance and storage functions, and regular inspections of RCRA applicable areas as well as other duties as they are assigned.

• Opening and reassembling reactors to harvest polysilicon
• Work with management to achieve reactor turnaround standards
• Input downtime information into the downtime tracking system
• Report on production issues, provide feedback to technical staff
• Ensure housekeeping and 6S standards are met in assigned areas
• Contact appropriate personnel when additional expertise is required
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput and uptime
• Follow company policies regarding health and environmental protection, work safety, plant safety and quality
• Responsible for RCRA generation as relating to container and labeling usage, maintenance and storage functions, and regular inspections of RCRA applicable areas
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED are required

TYPE OF EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

• Technical and mechanical aptitude as well as basic computer skills

TYPE OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Physical strength and endurance are essential for this position
• The ability to effectively communicate with team members and other stakeholdersSkill set to operate in a fast-paced production environment while focusing on safety, quality, and precision
• Must be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, and vibration
• Must be able to work 12-hour, rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays, etc...)
• Be able to work day shift, second shift or rotating swing shift

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1

Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays

Paid parental leave

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development and advancement opportunities

Support for Community Involvement

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.