Utility Operator (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

About the role

We're seeking a dependable, safety-focused Utility Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you'll support production operations by managing material flow, operating a variety of equipment, and ensuring our processes run smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage grinding and planing queues to ensure operators have the materials needed for production.
• Operate and set up production equipment such as PMVs, powered saws, reclaim grinders, centerless grinders, planers, flippers, and balers.
• Perform reclaim grinding according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct TPE puck precision cutting, packaging, and inspection.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic mechanical or process issues.
• Record, maintain, and report accurate production and quality documentation.
• Support and communicate quality, safety, and process improvement actions.
• Inspect products and use measurement tools (e.g., tape measure, micrometers, UT, surface roughness testers) to verify compliance.
• Perform minor maintenance and assist maintenance or engineering teams with equipment repairs or setup.
• Safely operate Powered Motor Vehicles (PMVs) to move materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S and safety standards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and demonstrate respect, integrity, and accountability in daily work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, SDS sheets, SOPs, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Strong initiative and self-motivation with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using measuring or testing equipment preferred.
• Computer literacy; knowledge of ERP systems such as Movex or SAP is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically able to perform job duties in a manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to safety and the "Injury Free" workplace concept.
• Pay Transparency
• Competitive Benefits
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status
• The law requires Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights
• Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information
• As a Federal Contractor, Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information please click on the following link: E-Verify .

Benefits

Additional Information

Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. Job Description: Location: Wytheville, VA Shift: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM Salary: $19.23

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