Casting Operator

East Providence RI
East Providence, RI 02914, USA

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's Pyro Thin® products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies.

Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform® into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best.

Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen’s CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

The Casting Operator is responsible for safely following procedures in Aerogel manufacturing processes to include chemical batch making, casting, rewind and solvent recovery as documented by Aspen Aerogels. This includes, but is not limited to, following all control plans and standard operating procedures, monitoring product quality, making technical decisions, problem-solving, adhering to Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) practices and initiatives as well as effectively communicating across departments.

Both day and night shifts available.

How will you do it-

• Follow all safety procedures as required in a Class I Division I/II area.
• Continuously ensure the Production work area conforms to 6S and automotive customer requirements. Instill pride and ownership in work area/environment.
• Follow all RCRA requirements in conjunction with direction from EHS.
• Willing to be respirator certified.
• Must maintain forklift certification.
• Proficiency in all aspects of Sol Prep, 4 th Stream, Casting, Rewind, Material Handling and Solvent Recovery operations including self-sufficiency in troubleshooting, maintaining, cleaning, and reporting.
• Maintains oversight of all casting table operations prioritizing safety, quality and continuous production through direct observation.
• Complete tasks as prescribed by the Master Task List/Clean Inspect Lubricate list.
• Works with team members to meet Production goals and quality expectations through leading by example; if issues present as a barrier to production performance, promptly elevate to Supervisor and/or Manager for resolution.
• Ensure SOPs are adhered to.
• Participate in RCCRAs or RCIs as needed.
• Active preparation, communication, attendance and participation during operational and project team meetings. Provide timely feedback on issues and closure to assigned tasks related to your area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adopt and follow Aspen’s core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer and Innovation on both a personal and professional level.

Why you are right for the job-

• 2 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, experience in a Class I Division I/II environment preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment, process or quality issues with team members to identify maintenance and/or improvement needs. In addition, elevate needs as necessary to ensure production continuity.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and…