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Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers, and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities, we can develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of our customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution with five manufacturing facilities in the United States.



Position Overview

This position is responsible for assembling, supplying and maintaining the packages for use in the ADN Synthesis and EHD Reactors. This position is adheres to Standard Work Instructions, inspects materials, and completes inspection checklist to produce quality packages that meet or exceed build criteria.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

On time and ready to work in area with appropriate PPE at start of shift and actively participates in dailytoolbox meeting

Successfully and efficiently complete daily job responsibilities safely and communicate well with Sr.Operators on shift goals/targets.

Becomes proficient in all area job tasks with the goal to train to highest level in area. Helps document quality and shift metrics to Sr. Operator.

All job tasks are carried out with quality in mind to ensure packages are correctly built for optimal performance



Key Responsibilities

Participates actively in and supports safety efforts to ensure safety of self and others

Complies with plant and area safety and environmental requirements

Operates punch press and Punch/Button Table

Builds package tops and bottoms ensuring quality of materials and workmanship

Operates stacking line and installs edge stripping, covering, and side plates

Disassembles and decontaminates packages

Operates various cranes to move packages and package parts

Takes ownership of meeting performance goals including housekeeping, site appearance, and hazardrecognition

Audits quality of work performed

Completes required paperwork

Participates in A2E (Lean/Six Sigma) activities to improve process performance

Progresses through pre-defined job roles within work group

TEAM

Reports to:

Production Manager

Team Members:
Package Assembly team and area contractors

Required Experience

Minimum Associate degree ORHigh School Diploma/GED plus achievement of a 3 or higher in the following Work Keys

Applied Technology

& and a 4 or higher on Graphic Literacy.

Required Skills

Safety conscious with zero safety incident focus

Self-motivated and able to work effectively without direct supervision

Basic Technical Skills Preferred

General mechanical aptitude

Ability to learn operation of hydraulic, electric and pneumatic equipment

Ability to learn and operate jib and overhead cranes

Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment

Use hand tools and various measurement system instruments

Knowledge and ability to make electrical connections to packages

Knowledge of quality systems (ISO:9001) and requirements – able to ensure consistency of operations within the established quality system guidelines.

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

Skills Summary

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has…