Material Handler - Operator

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 
 
Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Material Handler - Operations, who will be responsible for the success of all aspects of operations at the Washington Works plant located in Washington, WV. Success is measured by safety, cost, schedule, quality, and contribution to business improvement. The position is within operations as a material handler.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitors and operates equipment and facilities, including field equipment (i.e. blending, mixing, manual and automated packaging systems, & warehousing), insuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintains safety standards at all times and initiates and follows emergency procedures when necessary.
• Performs basic maintenance repair and upkeep on area equipment. 
• May perform basic practical maintenance activities, as qualified.
• Move control settings to make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of Packaging/Blending equipment.
• Monitor recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, and other indicators, and listen for warning signals, in order to verify conformity of process conditions
• Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, and instrument readings.
• Draw samples of products in order to ensure quality is met.
• Make material movements using an industrial powered truck
• Interpret proper quality of packaging material per customer specifications

The following is required for this role:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including overtime, weekends, holidays, and short notice call-in as required.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds, climb stairs, stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, and reach overhead,
• Ability to wear required PPE (personal Protective Equipment – eyewear, acid suit, breathing air, etc.)
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

The following is preferred for this role:

• 3 years Industrial Experience
• Prior material handing or warehouse experience

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Chemours is an E-Verify employer 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.