Production Operator Jobs in Virginia

INTRODUCTION

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion.

Responsibilities:

- The Production Operator is responsible for operating production equipment including troubleshooting and operator assisted maintenance.
- The Production Operator will gain a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process changes.
- Performs all functions safely within the production areas.
- Operates production equipment including troubleshooting and operator-assisted maintenance activities.
- Learns and rotates to all jobs including floor operation, control room and quality control operations.
- Supports maintenance through proper lock-out tag-out of equipment and issuing safety work permits when required.
- Strictly follows all production specification sheets and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Maintains accurate records of all observations and results.
- Accurately and thoroughly reports data through written and oral reports to leadership.
- Enters work notifications into SAP when malfunctioning equipment is identified and assists with initial troubleshooting.
- Accurately and timely reporting of all safety and environmental events.
- Maintains and improves housekeeping standards in the work areas.
- Participates in design discussions, writing and reviewing SOPs, performing line walk-downs, labeling equipment and other duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE:

12-hour shifts - Rotating 12 hour - 7am – 7pm & 7pm – 7am – 4 days on, 4 days off, rotating shifts (on call)
Must be able to work weekends & holidays

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment strongly preferred
- Previous training and/or experience on forklift operations a plus
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills by completing the ACT WorkKeys assessment testing and attain required scores
- Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Demonstrated ability to develop a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process changes
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed
- Excellent observation skills
- Adaptable and strong willingness to learn
- Able to work in a fast-paced, changing manufacturing environment
- Understanding of ESHA and other regulatory issues
- Basic mechanical skills and analytical skills
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues
- Ability to work well in a team environment with limited supervision
- Experience with safety programs in an industrial environment

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.