General Operator City Richmond State/Province Virginia Overview:

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Responsibilities:

This is an entry-level position into the production area, but successful candidates are expected to show initiative and self-motivation to improve their skill set and upgrade to positions of more complexity and responsibility, such as assistant stenter operator and slitting operator.

 

This is an onsite, in-person position located at: Mylar Specialty Films 5401 Route 1, Richmond, VA 23234 

 

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Obtain all materials necessary for the area to operate smoothly (packing supplies, stores items, etc.)Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas; feeding cutters with cut-offs, splits, wrap rolls in slitting, pack DHO rolls, doff slit rolls, operate hoists, etc.Safely transport reclaim and finished goodsPerform roll changes as well as general help during pack and die changesEnsure proper film types, gauges and treated side when making roll tickets/labelsVisually inspect rolls (mill roll, DHO, and slit) for surface defectsContribute to the team effort - attendance, punctuality, dependability, and teamwork are paramount, as is contribution to meeting business metrics flexible to float to where and when necessary.

The following are required:

High School diploma or GED equivalentValid driver's licenseWilling and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) - steel toes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and respirator or SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)Willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule that includes regular midnight and weekend shiftsWilling and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call in as requiredWilling and able to frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50lbsExperience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and learning new computer software systems

Successful candidates will need to be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

The following are preferred:

Associate degree in a Science - or Process Technology - related fieldVocational Certificate or Technical Trade Certificate Minimum of 6 months manufacturing facility experienceExperience in a maintenance-related fieldExperience in the Polyester Film production processesExperience with SAP or equivalent Manufacturing Operations softwareMT1 certificationExperience operating powered industrial vehicles (I.E. fork trucks, pallet trucks, tow devices, etc.)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, Rotating 8-hour shifts

Each week is a different shift:

8:00am - 4:00pm4:00pm - 12:00am12:00am - 8:00am

Some weekend overtime may be required, depending on business needs.

 

 

Celanese is a Fortune 500 global chemical and specialty materials company that engineers and manufactures products essential to everyday living. With global headquarters in Dallas, Texas, Celanese employs approximately 13,300 dedicated people working at more than 50 owned and operated manufacturing facilities across 27 countries. We are committed to employee growth and creating shareholder value, and strive to make a difference in the communities where we operate. Our company focuses on the safety of its employees, provides competitive compensation (including benefits starting Day 1), and emphasizes giving back to the community. For more information about Celanese and our products please visit www.celanese.com Qualifications:

Successful candidates will need to be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

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.


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