Extrusion Operator

ORGANIZATION/LOCATION: Speciality Polymers; Ajedium™ Films – Newark, DE

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor                                                    

We are looking for:                

This individual is responsible for supporting the safe operation of extrusion Lines 1 & 2, the Slitter, Granulator and other equipment at the Syensqo, Newark site.  The incumbent will be responsible for supporting operational aspects of film production, which entails working with peers to produce, troubleshoot, and maintain a productive and safe work environment at all times in an efficient manner.    

We can count on you to:

• Adhere to all required safety procedures applicable in manufacturing.
• Participate in Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) initiatives such as Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) and Safety incentive program
• Perform routine equipment and area inspections per company policy
• Safely setup and operate extrusion Lines 1 & 2, Slitter, granulator, and other equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and operating conditions manual
• Provide leadership to ensure a safe, clean work environment.
• Communicate employee concerns and operating developments accurately and promptly to management.
• Perform accurate line up of process equipment.
• Monitor processes for leaks and abnormalities – take action as required.
• Perform product transfers as required.
• Perform product sampling as required.
• Ensure good housekeeping in assigned area.
• Complete all auxiliary duties as assigned by supervision.
•  Operate fork trucks, scissor lifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to conduct QA analyses from referenced methods.
• Perform service maintenance on equipment.
• Perform other tasks as may be required.
• Perform troubleshooting to properly identify causes of production equipment and process upsets.
• The ability to successfully give and receive feedback from both peers and managers is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision making skills, and functionality in a team environment, with minimal supervision.  Ability to work independently and handle multiple assignments is required.
• Highly resourceful, able to seek out and acquire new knowledge or subject material quickly, and transfer knowledge effectively to others.

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company

• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company

• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

High school diploma or General Education certificat; Associate technical degree preferred.

Three to five years’ experience working in an industrial environment.

Good oral and written communication.

Good computer skills and ability to become proficient in Distributive Control Systems (DCS), SAP, and Microsoft® Office applications.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• The U.S. hourly rate reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $22.00 to $25.00 per hour. 

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)