Hiring Event: Newport, DE

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 or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter Open Interviews! June 10th, 9am - 2pm EST 205 S. James St. Newport, DE 19804 Sun Chemical – Manufacturing & Production Operator Opportunities Shifts/Hours -- 12 hour shifts (3/2/2/3 on 24/7 schedule) Pay -- $26 - $28/hr. Join the team at Sun Chemical in Newport, Delaware! We are hiring experienced manufacturing professionals for multiple production and operator roles supporting our chemical manufacturing and finishing operations. These positions play a critical role in safely producing high-quality products while maintaining efficiency, quality, and operational excellence. Responsibilities may include: Operating and monitoring manufacturing and processing equipment Following SOPs, batch instructions, and production schedules Handling raw materials, chemicals, and finished products safely Performing quality checks, documentation, and production reporting Troubleshooting equipment and process issues Supporting housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives Operating forklifts, hoists, and material handling equipment Working collaboratively with production, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams Qualified candidates typically have: Manufacturing, chemical processing, machine operation, or production experience Strong safety awareness and attention to detail Ability to work in fast-paced industrial environments Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed Experience with batch processing, PLC/DCS systems, or regulated manufacturing environments is a plus Preferred backgrounds include: Chemical manufacturing Machine operation Industrial production Batch processing Finishing or coating operations Forklift or material handling experience We are looking for reliable, team-oriented individuals who are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Sun Chemical – Electrical & Infrastructure Leadership Opportunities Shifts/Hours -- Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm EST. Pay -- $35 - $40/hr. Join Sun Chemical in Newport, Delaware! We are seeking experienced industrial maintenance and operations leaders for Electrical Systems Lead and Infrastructure Supervisor opportunities supporting our manufacturing operations. These roles are critical to maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations across production, utilities, electrical systems, and site infrastructure. Responsibilities may include: Leading and supporting electrical, instrumentation, maintenance, and infrastructure operations Troubleshooting and improving industrial electrical, utility, and process control systems Supervising maintenance personnel, electricians, technicians, contractors, and support teams Supporting preventative maintenance, reliability initiatives, and continuous improvement projects Maintaining systems such as motors, VFDs, PLCs, instrumentation, boilers, compressed air, water, wastewater, fire protection, and electrical distribution Coordinating maintenance schedules, outages, capital projects, and operational support activities Reviewing schematics, P&IDs, electrical drawings, and technical documentation Driving safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance initiatives Collaborating cross-functionally with operations, engineering, EHS, and plant leadership teams Qualified candidates typically have: Experience in industrial manufacturing, utilities, maintenance, or chemical processing environments Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving abilities Leadership or supervisory experience in plant operations or maintenance Knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, process controls, PLCs, and industrial utilities Experience with preventative maintenance and reliability programs Strong communication, organizational, and team leadership skills Preferred backgrounds include: Chemical manufacturing Industrial maintenance and reliability Electrical and instrumentation systems Utilities and infrastructure operations Process manufacturing CMMS/SAP systems Continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives We are looking for safety-focused, hands-on leaders who can support operational reliability, team development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced 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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.