Manufacturing Associate

Manufacturing Associate-2 role at Mitsubishi Chemical America.

The primary function of this position is the safe and efficient production of electrolyte solutions at the facility, using proven manufacturing techniques consistent with company policies. Incumbents are charged with delivering the plant's goals of zero injuries and environmental releases while meeting all production goals.

• Identify and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe working conditions.
• Utilize manufacturing knowledge to proactively operate the plant safely, reliably, and optimally.
• Under supervision, monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems, including responding to alarms.
• Initiate and control the manufacturing of chemicals in vessels, including changing raw materials, monitoring batches, keeping records, and operating process equipment according to SOPs and operating discipline principles.
• Operate all equipment in the unit as required by operating/safety procedures.
• Initiate service requests and notify supervision regarding equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot process issues as needed.
• Perform safe‑outs, lockout‑tagout, and tryouts.
• Set up, operate, clean, and monitor processing equipment.
• Complete production records and maintain a clean work environment.
• Carry out all other duties assigned by supervisor that fall within safe work practices.

• High school diploma required; technical training/education preferred; college degree desirable.
• 1‑year experience in a manufacturing environment with chemical experience is a plus.
• Must possess applicable silver level Work Keys scores (Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, Reading for Information).
• Computer literate and competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Problem‑solving skills to resolve quality or production issues.
• Technical ability to identify and resolve problems, confidence to make critical operating decisions with supervision.
• Ability to work a rotating shift, weekends, holidays, overtime, and respond to callouts.
• Ability to obtain lift‑truck certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Perform all job functions safely and responsively, including moderate lifting and drum handling, use of stairs, ladders, tools, walking, bending, stooping, and working outdoors and t lift up to 50 lbs, wear personal protective equipment, and respond to visual and audible alarms.

The salary for this position is $26.81.

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. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.