Job Information
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Compounder in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Compounder (1604)
Title:Compounder
Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials
Location:Scranton, PA
Employment Type:Full time
Group Company:
- Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. The company has locations in 20 countries and more than 2,800 employees. Its specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. The company is continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. The Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Group is well prepared to further expand its market leadership position.
Supporting the vision of our holding company, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation (MCHC) (http://www.mitsubishichem-hd.co.jp/english/index.html) , Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is committed to the realization of KAITEKI, “a sustainable condition which is comfortable for people, society and the Earth”. To realize this vision, the MCHC Group engages in corporate activities that provide products, technologies and services based on the comprehensive capabilities of the Group in the Performance Products Domain, Industrial Materials Domain and Health Care Domain, with chemistry as the basis of our activities. We jointly express and promote our commitment under the corporate brand THE KAITEKI COMPANY.
Job Purpose
Working together in teams effectively, support each other to be the best we can be and treat each other with respect and dignity.
Plans effectively for the activity and prioritizes tasks.
Makes effective use of information to make good decisions in a timely manner.
Communicating effectively with others to progress work, acts to preserve long-term relations.
Understands how own activities contribute to team and wider organizational goals.
Principal Accountabilities
Follow all safety instructions for operating equipment. Be proactive in addressing safety concerns.
Understand our Dust Policy and apply the strictest level of Dust Elimination / Control.
Perform all functions with an attitude of teamwork, cooperativeness, positive thinking, and responsibility.
Awareness of maintenance of equipment and notification to proper personnel.
Perform Housekeeping and 6S Projects to maintain a Clean / Organized work area.
Communicate work progress with previous / upcoming shifts.
Maintains production efficiency and quality standards to include setting times for mixing of resin (virgin, pigment, liquid/powder)
Utilize Movex to follow schedule, print Manufacturing Orders, Complete Material Confirmations, Enter Work Orders, and Check Material Balance.
Weigh pigments by hand and set digital scale.
Safely operate forklift to transport gaylord boxes of resin, chemicals, pallets, etc.
Carry approximately 40lb boxes of resin from shelf to work area.
Fill mixer by dumping chemicals from bags into mixer.
Operate and observe hopper and mixer operation.
Daily complete compound reports and production report.
Places identification tag on material box and plastic liner.
Clean mixer, scale, and work area after each color change to ensure no contamination.
Learn and understand resins and their different properties.
Learn and understand resin / regrind vacuum system.
Complete Operator PM’s as necessary, and on time.
Operate regrind system to mix, sift, shred, grind, pulverize and convey reprocessed materials.
Change Blades, and Re-gap UHMW Pulverizer.
Responsible for training of new hires and cross training of personnel for the area.
Responsible for the quantity and quality of material produced.
Learn the differences of KVM and Laurel Line Compounding.
Provide leadership within the department and throughout the company.
Complete Inventory Accuracy and Cycle Count Functions as necessary.
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Additional Responsibilities:
Responsible for training of new hires and cross training of personnel for the area.
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Experience
Demonstrated ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to use various measuring devices.
Basic math skills.
History of safe working behaviors.
Mechanical ability/reasoning.
Ability to solve problems/troubleshoot.
Ability to perform multiple tasks.
Communication skills.
Customer focused.
Attention to details.
Adaptable and flexible.
Team player.
Sense of urgency.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Demonstrated excellent attendance record.
Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)
The salary for this position is $22.83. 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
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.
EEO Statement
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.