Cutter Operator

Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious? Are you always solving? Then we’d like to meet you and bet you’d like to meet us. Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Cutter Operator to join our Ashland LLC, Specialty Ingredients G.P. business at Hopewell, VA. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Specialty Additives function. This position will report to the CMC Operations Manager. Benefits & Perks: Comprehensive Benefit package Starting pay of $27.67/hour Pay rate increase: $28.93 after 90 days from start date $31.45 after 6 months from start date The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following: Moves cellulose with lift truck from warehouse to cutting area and using power hoist mounts in position Starts cutters and threads cellulose Regulates cutter speeds by computer and observation of ammeter readings Cuts prescribed amounts of cellulose as determined by silo scales Inspects screens after each charge Inspects dust collector once each shift or between grade changes Keeps record of ammeter readings, silo weights, cutter temperatures, delays and other pertinent data Salvages Kraft paper from rolls and bales Maintains good housekeeping in his work area May perform other duties as directed by Foreman or Supervisor In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following: High School Diploma or GED 3 years of Industrial or Manufacturing experience Ability to work rotating shift schedule including weekends and additional scheduled and unscheduled overtime Ability to pass required Work Key skills tests The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit: Chemical manufacturing in food, pharmaceutical or cosmetic fields Chemical manufacturing experience Previous experience with OSHA required Lockout Tag Out, Confined Space, HAZMAT, PPE Requirements Prior experience using process control computer systems, (e.g. Delta V) Prior experience with explosion prevention systems (e.g. FIKE) Experience entering data into computer system (e.g. SAP) Ability to maintain data logs which include time, weights, temperatures, pressure, all legibly and timely Prior forklift operating experience Previous experience in an environment utilizing GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), ISO Certification Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Laboratory Information Systems (LMIS) Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in quality improvement processes In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC. (NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow. Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and pharmaceutical. Visit www.ashland.com to see the innovations we offer. At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do. Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty. Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit. Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. NOTE: We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.

Salary : $28 - $29