Production Operator

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit

Responsibilities

The Production Operator is responsible for operating production equipment including troubleshooting and operator assisted maintenance. The Production Operator will gain a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process changes.

Performs all functions safely within the production areas

Operates production equipment including troubleshooting and operator-assisted maintenance activities

Learns and rotates to all jobs including floor operation, control room and quality control operations

Supports maintenance through proper lock-out tag-out of equipment and issuing safety work permits when required

Strictly follows all production specification sheets and Standard Operating Procedures

Maintains accurate records of all observations and results

Accurately and thoroughly reports data through written and oral reports to leadership

Enters work notifications into SAP when malfunctioning equipment is identified and assists with initial trouble-shooting

Accurately and timely reporting of all safety and environmental events

Maintains and improves housekeeping standards in the work areas

Participates in design discussions, writing and reviewing SOPs, performing line walk-downs, labeling equipment and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment strongly preferred

Previous training and/or experience on forklift operations a plus

Candidates must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills by completing the ACT Workkeys assessment testing and attain required scores

Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Demonstrated ability to develop a thorough understanding of the processes and equipment operation and understand how safety can be impacted by any process changes

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed

Excellent observation skills

Adaptable and strong willingness to learn

Able to work in a fast-paced, changing manufacturing environment

Understanding of ESHA and other regulatory issues

Basic mechanical skills and analytical skills

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues

Ability to work well in a team environment with limited supervision

Experience with safety programs in an industrial environment

Regular Full-Time