Operations Assistant

Operations AssistantINVISTA Seaford is seeking an Operations Assistant to help keep production running safely and efficiently. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience moving materials, operating equipment, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting product quality.INVISTA's Seaford facility has been proudly producing Nylon fibers for over 75 years. These fibers can be found in consumer products such as apparel, household, automotive, industry, and travel sectors worldwide.Our team is made up of Shift Supervisors, Machine Operators, and Operations Assistants who work together to safely deliver high-quality fiber products. Operations Assistants support one of two production areas within the facility: Spinning or Finishing.Spinning Operations Team members support a continuous manufacturing process and work a 12-hour rotating DuPont schedule that provides 24/7 operational coverage and built-in stretches of time off throughout the year.Finishing Operations Team members support the final stages of the production process and currently work rotating 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday (12:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.). Schedule requirements may expand to 24/7 operations based on business needs.Other Benefits Include:Starting Rates up to $20.00 / hour; increase after training program; shift differential and overtimeImmediate Vacation Available – 120-hour annual allotmentAutomatic 401K company contribution, along with a competitive matching programExcellent Health benefit optionsResponsibilities:Move materials and finished products throughout the facilityOperate assigned production equipment safely and follow proceduresKeep work areas clean, organized, and safeSort products according to quality requirementsWork safely and complete tasks with limited supervisionCommunicate production needs and safety concerns to the teamRead and follow work instructions, procedures, and safety informationEnter accurate information into computer systemsRequirements:Basic skills in computer operation or with hand-held devicesAbility to work a rotating shift, up to 12-hours to include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as neededRequired to wear any or all of the following PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, gloves, and safety shoes. PPE use is in accordance with the safety rules and regulations.Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs, repetitively as requiredPerform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, industrial, non-temperature-controlled, high-volume environment.Preferred Qualifications:Manufacturing or warehouse experienceExperience with reading, understanding, communicating, and applying policies and procedures.Previous experience operating powered equipment (forklift or pallet jack).Experience supporting quality inspection, product segregation, or inventory-related activitiesThis role is subject to a pre-hire medical test.This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. INVISTA