Process Technician

Toray Plastics • Front Royal, VA

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About The Position

The Process Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of an assigned production process. The role includes setting up machines, monitoring equipment and process conditions, conducting quality inspections, completing documentation, and maintaining organization and housekeeping around assigned machines and equipment. The technician may be asked to work in other plant areas as needed to support operations.

The position works a rotating 12.25-hour day/night shift in a tobacco- and smoke-free environment. Mandatory overtime may be required, including weekends depending on sales and production schedules. Day shifts run from 6:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.; night shifts run from 6:30 p.m. to 6:45 a.m. The position is based in a manufacturing environment that can be hot at times and requires repetitive lifting and moving loads with a wheeled cart.

Toray Plastics (America), Inc. is a films and chemical manufacturer and a subsidiary of the Japan-based Toray Group. The company describes its businesses as global leaders and states its commitment to environmental, social, and corporate governance. Toray is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-, tobacco-, and alcohol-free workplace with pre-employment testing.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to push or pull up to 1,500 pounds using a wheeled cart.
• Ability to work a 12.25-hour rotating day/night shift.
• Ability to work required mandatory overtime, potentially on weekends.
• Ability to work in hot temperatures at times.
• Some computer skills.
• Submit a resume with work history, employment dates, and education with the online application.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Forklift operating experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
• Strong production experience may qualify candidates for a higher starting rate.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and operate controls for the assigned production process.
• Monitor machine and process equipment instrumentation during operation.
• Keep process conditions within control.
• Prepare assigned paperwork and enter data into computer systems as needed.
• Perform quality inspections.
• Participate in efforts to correct and improve product quality and efficient machine operation.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned work area and machine.
• Work in other plant areas when needed to support plant operations.

Benefits

• Competitive wages starting at $22.76 per hour; candidates with strong production experience may be able to start at $26.45 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, effective on the first of the month following hire.
• 401(k) with a 4% match on the first 8% of individual contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Shift pay differential.
• Overtime pay at time-and-a-half and double-time rates.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• $1,200 employee referral bonus for both the employee and their referral.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed