Utility Operator Trainee (Assistant Production Operator)

Covestro AG; South Deerfield (NH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

401K with company match

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Covestro AG in South Deerfield, NH is seeking a Utility Operator to support quality film production. This role offers a starting pay of $23.35 per hour plus shift differentials. The successful candidate will assist with production line operations, operate processing equipment, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. This is a full-time position that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, and generous benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Ideal candidates should hold a high school diploma or GED, be willing to work shifts, and have the capability to lift up to 50 lbs. Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work shifts on day or night.
• Ability to climb stairs and pull 10 lbs overhead.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators with production line running.
• Operate processing equipment safely and effectively.
• Record process and product information accurately.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs

Fork truck operation

Safety awareness around hot surfaces

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

Job Overview

The Utility Operator supports the production of quality films. You will receive training to perform the daily activities associated with the specialty film production process. The starting pay for this role is $23.35 + shift differential. This is a full time role that includes competitive pay, shift differential, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period). You must follow standard operating procedures and ensure that health, safety and compliance is your highest priority. This role allows you to learn more about our plant operations and can open the door to career opportunities with increased responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators with running the production lines
• Assist operators with starting up, operating, cleaning and shutting down processing equipment
• Drive a fork truck in a safe manner and change batteries
• Supplying / cutting packaging supplies
• Cut scrap and process rework materials
• Record process and product information, testing samples, completing order paperwork and packaging materials

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be willing to work shifts; positions available on day shift (7am-7pm) and night shift (7pm-7am)
• Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 lbs of weight
• Climb stairs, lift and pull 10 lbs of weight in the overhead position
• Work in ambient room temperature of 100°F
• Work safely around numerous hot surfaces and rotating equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous knowledge of the film/sheet extrusion process is a plus
• 1-2 years in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Benefits

The role is full‑time and offers competitive pay, shift differential, potential for annual bonus, generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hiring and advancement are based on job‑related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.