Multi-Skilled Production Technician

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow.  Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Plastics North America where our products are used in a wide array of molding applications including automotive, consumer, electronics, furniture, and industrial parts and they provide excellent solutions for pressure vessels.

Company:

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.

Job Description:

*Starting pay $22.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift premium.

We are seeking a Multi- Skilled Production Technician to work on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. This is a direct hire position with fantastic benefits.

We are committed to a safe working environment and seeking someone that appreciates and contributes to safety.

Job Tasks 

• The job includes, but not limited to, operates site equipment (plant, warehouse, analytical laboratory) 

• Perform computer functions in plant, office, lab equipment 

• Perform analytical testing of raw material and/or finished product 

• Create, follow procedures, work instructions, EH&S and Quality standards  

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licensures, and Certifications) 

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. post-secondary education required 

• 2 years’ experience in industrial environment preferred 

• Must be able to be forklift certified (company certifies on-the-job). 

Work Environment / Physical Demands / Travel 

• Work in 24/7 continuous operations, on 12- hour rotating shift schedule. 

• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment

• Standing and walking continuously    

• Climbing on and off a forklift frequently    

• Climbing and descending stairs frequently   

• Lifts/carries 20 - 50 Lbs. frequently    

• Lifts/Carries 50 - 100 Lbs. occasionally with assistance   

• Reaches above frequently, pushes/pulls occasionally   

• Fine Manipulation occasionally 

Benefits

• Direct Hire

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (match up to 5%, plus an additional 3%, total 8%)

• Paid time off

• Pay increases based on performance and skills

• Work boot stipend

• Uniforms and uniform laundry service

• Annual Bonus eligible

• Tuition Assistance

Click and apply through this posting or visit www.akplastics.com/careers.

About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. 

Asahi Kasei Plastics is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. Our company encourages a dynamic employee culture focused on the pursuit of innovation. We challenge our employees to have fun and work hard when finding and making solutions for tomorrow's polymers. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.