US U301 Production Operator FFM (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Overview Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. Location: Wytheville, VA. Shift: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM. Join our team as a Production Operator – FFM , where you'll play a hands-on role in operating Fluorosint equipment and supporting our production process. This position is key to maintaining product quality, ensuring safety, and minimizing downtime. Responsibilities Safely operate all Fluorosint equipment (e.g., ovens, presses, mixers, micro-grinder, ball mill) according to SOPs. Mix, blend, and process materials into FFM powder. Mold FFM powder into rod, tubular bar, and plate products. Package and prepare products for shipping per specifications. Monitor and record production data and computer transactions accurately. Perform in-process quality checks and take corrective action as needed. Troubleshoot and report process issues to minimize downtime. Conduct basic equipment maintenance and visual inspections. Support continuous improvement in quality, safety, and efficiency. Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S standards. Safely operate Powered Motor Vehicles (PMVs). Participate in training and retraining as required. Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines. What You’ll Bring High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environment, preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills. Ability to read and follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety documentation. Comfortable using measurement tools (e.g., tape measure, micrometers, ultrasonic testers). Computer literacy and effective communication skills. Physically able to perform the role safely. Stable work history preferred. Why Join Us Hands-on role with technical skill development. Opportunity to grow and advance within a manufacturing career. Be part of a safety-first, quality-driven team. Work with industry-leading equipment and innovative materials. Supportive work culture focused on continuous improvement. Pay Transparency The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.91. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. Competitive Benefits Benefits begin on DAY 1! Employee Assistance Programs Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees $1,000 Sign On Bonus Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System. 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. Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mitsubishi Chemical America