Assistant Operator

Summary

Sumika Semiconductor Materials Texas (SST) is looking for an Assistant Operator to work at our chemical manufacturing plant in Baytown, Texas. This position will be on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and provide assistance to manufacturing operators. This position will be assessed and evaluated routinely per the commissioning/sampling/production schedule. This is an entry level position. Those that have an Associate's Degree in Process Technology or are expected to graduate in 2025 with no experience are encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Operations

· Receive work direction from the supervisor and work with manufacturing operators/assistant operators in performing assigned duties.

· Assist with performing required preventative maintenance and troubleshooting potential issues and give assistance to others when unit problems occur.

· Assist with equipment maintenance and ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained.

· Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights and/or confined spaces when applicable.

· Assist with handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials.

· Assist with unloading bulk chemicals from tank trucks into storage and batch tanks and transferring product/chemical to tank truck for delivery.

· Assist with drawing samples of products from the process for laboratory testing.

· Assist with conducting routine operating inspections of the unit.

· Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected and notify operators of any malfunctions.

· Other duties as assigned.

- Security

· Perform security patrols and checks, such as checking badges and standing guard.

· Greet visitors and process requests for access to facilities by contacting appropriate employee, issuing access key/card, maintaining a visitor log.

· Provide support for security operations by collecting, updating, and communicating information about the security situation.

· Monitor alarm systems and surveillance cameras and promptly report any suspicious activities to supervisor.

· Accept deliveries and redirect tank trucks to designated loading/unloading area.

· Organize equipment such as radios and flashlights.

· Other duties as assigned.

- Janitorial

· Ensure workstations and the work location is clean and free of hazards.

· Assist with equipment clearing, cleaning and decontamination.

· Collect and dispose of trash in a proper manner.

· Perform minor maintenance of the building such as changing air filters, replacing light fixtures, and cleaning air vents.

· Notify supervisor of unsafe conditions.

· Other duties as assigned.

- Other

· Ensure proper shift turnover by effective written and oral communications to the relieving shift.

· Ensure strict compliance with SST’s safety policies, procedures, and requirements, taking immediate corrective action in the event a potential issue or unsafe behavior is observed and proactively promote a safe workplace and safe work practices.

· Maintain ethical and compliant behavior as required by corporate standards and guidelines.

· Comply and follow all site and unit specific environmental procedures and requirements.

· Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

· Associate's Degree in Process Technology

· Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the requirement of a work visa.

· Must be at least 18 years old.

· Must pass drug/alcohol/physical exam.

· Ability to work a rotating shift; weekends; holidays; overtime.

· Willing to provide emergency relief by filling in during emergencies and staff shortages.

· Ability to read, write and speak in English.

Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with various departments.

Preferred Qualifications

· Korean language speaking and writing ability is a plus, but not necessary.

· Willingness to learn Korean.

· 1 year's experience in a chemical manufacturing plant for semiconductors.

· Start-up / new factory experience.

· Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

· Experience in completing small routine maintenance tasks.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical Demands

· Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

· Must be able to move throughout all areas of the facility.

· Must be able to able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. (helmets, safety goggles, fall protection harness, safety boots, respirator, gloves, etc.)

· Must be able to work near process equipment with hazardous chemicals.

· Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50bs.

· Must be able to walk, stand, sit, bend, twist/turn, kneel, squat, crawl.

· Must be able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.

· Must be able to reach outward or above the shoulder.

· Must be able to work in changing climate conditions.

· Must have normal range of hearing, vision, color discrimination and depth perception for proper operation of equipment.

· Exposure to constant and intermittent noise, fumes, smoke and gases, solvents, paint, grease and oils, radiant energy, and slippery surfaces.

· Manual dexterity sufficient to operate equipment (i.e., repetitive hand/wrist, griping and elbow motion) required.

· Regular, reliable, and consistent attendance at the site.

Work Environment

- Chemical Manufacturing Plant

- Ability to respond to emergencies and/or staffing shortages

Note

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20