Production Operator I

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Production Operator - C supports the North Charleston, SC site. The position is responsible for operating equipment associated with the packaging and shipment of finished goods and safely performing associated routine maintenance, data analysis/entry, and quality testing in accordance with operating procedures. We are seeking a highly motivated, self-driven individual with a continuous improvement mindset to join our Operations Team.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Work 12 hours rotating shifts.
• Understand and follow standardized work instructions.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Blend and pack out material.
• Complete routine paperwork.
• Perform routine/incidental maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Stage product to be dried and move dry material for further processing.
• Ensure proper identification and traceability; complete required paperwork.
• Monitor product quality by visual inspection of the product and taking required samples and testing as necessary. 
• Perform mechanical and pre-startup inspections.
• Able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
• Operate Power Industrial Trucks in a safe manner.
• Comply with all company /department safety rules and procedures.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment
• 1 – 3 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing environment

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gend