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Process Operator - Level 1

Solstice Advanced Materials
Muskegon, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2026
Job Description

The future is what we make it.

When you join Solstice, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars.

Working at Solstice isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.

Position Overview

Produce high quality products and services for our customers. You will assemble and inspect product to ensure the highest quality product is provided to our customers. You will be responsible for your work area, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the area. You will set up and monitor the production of product in your area and participate in the continuous improvement process at the site to address safety, production, and quality improvements. This role requires good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate in a manner to meet Solstice HS&E goals.
  • Promote, participate in and support Lean Manufacturing
  • Adhere to all site and departmental HS&E policies and procedures.
  • Function at a level where minimal errors are made, and a high output of quality work is produced while operating safely.
  • Utilize the “Q-Stop”/Non-conforming process if a quality defect is suspected or identified.
  • Keep proper, accurate, legible, neat and up to date records.
  • Display ownership and sense of urgency in meeting the department’s daily objectives.
  • Strictly follow all Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Work while Demonstrating the ability to create and improve standard work.
  • Ability to wear a full-face respirator.
  • Must be able to work 1 st , 2 nd , or 3 rd shift
  • Perform a variety of tasks in a fast-paced chemical environment, that include- counts & weights against documents, handling and packaging of various chemicals, maintaining area cleanliness.
  • Learn & perform all operations involved with prepping, sampling, bottling and packaging of products.
  • Safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
  • Participate in the label double check process.
  • Assist in the dumping of non-conforming material’s.
  • Be willing and able to cross train in production area filling large containers that contain 200 liters of solvent.
  • Must be willing and able to back fill for the CPOIII position including; scheduling, planning, leading others, learn SAP label making.
  • Assist in the development and training of new personnel.
  • Supporting the Safety Structure Process by completing APT’s (Accident Projection Technique), JSA’s (Job Safety Analysis)
  • Utilizing the “Safety Stop” procedure if a job cannot be started and/or completed safely.
  • Actively participate in the continuous improvement process (Kaizen/PDCA programs)

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year of work experience
  • Ability to lift a maximum of 35 lbs.

We Value

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Experience leading/planning other employees work.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $21.59. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate's work experience education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

About Us

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials .

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