Production Operator Location: Wallingford CT, United States (US)
Job Function: Production
Career Level: Professionals
Company: Roehm America LLC
WHO WE ARE We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2,900 employees, we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL® methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS® brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE®), which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive, construction, and medical technology industries. Röhm is committed to operating with social responsibility, and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength, and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized, Röhm may be right for you.
WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERSPerform duties required to monitor, control and operate process equipment and plant processes. Perform duties as instructed by supervision. These duties include sampling, field operation, minor maintenance, continuous improvement programs, process safety, personal safety, environmental compliance, and product quality.
WHAT YOU WILL DO - Monitor, inspect and check assigned area of responsibility to ensure proper equipment operation and product quality.
- Identify and correct areas or equipment that need to be addressed for safety, cleanliness, process operability or quality.
- Identify and communicate equipment or processes that require maintenance to ensure proper operation and prevent unplanned downtime.
- Participate regularly in all forms of plant continuous improvement programs.
- Maintain work area in clean and orderly manner; observe all company safety regulations and work rules.
- Perform prescribed quality control sampling of raw materials, in process materials and/or finished product.
- Troubleshoot or assist other plant personnel in process troubleshooting and correction.
- Cross train and /or be flexible to perform other operator duties as needed.
- Perform minor maintenance duties as directed by supervision.
- Participate in plant required compliance programs.
- Operate powered industrial vehicles required to handle materials.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING - Detail-oriented with proficiency for accuracy
- Uses reason and logic to solve problems.
- Dependable, collaborative, and works well as part of a team.
- Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting abilities
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
- Able to lift, use tools, shovel, sweep, load & unload, and carry materials up to 50 pounds
WHAT WE OFFER We listen: Your ideas along our corporate values of creativity, openness, responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit are important to us.
- Remuneration: Attractive salary in the chemical tariff, special payments, participation in the company's success
- Coverage: Company subsidized pension scheme and long-term account, group accident insurance, support for caring for relatives, sickness benefit subsidy
- Work-life-balance: Flexible working, possibility of mobile working, 30 days of vacation per year, free parking
- Health and social affairs: Prevention programs, social and employee counseling, company sports & discounts in various fitness studios, meal allowance
...and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.
YOUR APPLICATION Sounds interesting? Learn more about us and apply here: Realize your dreams at Röhm! If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process please contact Josh Thiel at
[email protected] and refer to the Requisition ID cited below. Röhm actively strives to find the most qualified candidates, and takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to foster a workplace where talent and skills are the only criteria for employment, and where diversity is valued and respected. Requisition ID: 3226