Production Operator - Fujifilm

Who We Are

FUJIFILM Ultra-Pure Solutions, Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Castroville, CA facility for a Production Operator!

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

The Role

Our Production Operators fill a critical need in FUJIFILM's chemical plant operations. They support the daily operations in our fast-paced production area.

As a Production Operator you will perform hands-on batch processing and liquid production of solvents. Loading and offloading of bulk chemical solvents and blends into tanker trucks, holding vessels, rail cars and drums. Monitor tank truck and rail car loading and unloading.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Batch processing and liquid production of solvents. Loading and offloading of bulk chemical solvents and blends into tanker trucks, holding vessels, railcars and drums.
• Monitoring of tank truck and railcar loading and unloading.
• Handling and maintenance of equipment such as pneumatic sanitary pumps, hoses, and filter housings.
• Forklift and pallet jack operation.
• Prepare production processes by studying work orders, setting systems and controls.
• Produce solvents and solvent blends by initiating, monitoring, and controlling raw material processing.
• Maintaining quality standards by collecting samples, completing quality assurance tests, and adjusting process controls.
• Maintain processing system by investigating warnings and malfunctions, obtaining or performing required maintenance service on production equipment.
• Cleaning-up after processing.
• Improve processing systems by identifying problems, evaluating and recommending new techniques.
• Maintain processing environment by following safety, health, and environmental standards and procedures.
• Complying with legal state and federal regulations.
• Make the necessary decisions to ensure production targets are met to effectively keep operations on track.
• Following all procedures, work instructions, batch / work orders, special instructions, and finished goods analysis sheets.
• Update your job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work with other people in a fast paced team environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS 

• High School graduate or GED
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Basic math skills
• Manufacturing experience required
• Mechanical background/aptitude is a plus
• Good computer skills to include Microsoft Office
• Product Analytical sampling experience a plus
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Teamwork, Coordination, Organization, Planning- Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization
• Must have a valid California drivers’ license and clean driving record
• Experience operating a forklift and other manufacturing tools
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to be fitted for and wear a respirator, if needed
• Ability to work varied shifts to include 1^st and 2^nd shift.
• Excellent safety, work performance and attendance records
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual. 
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
• Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

PAY RANGE: The pay range for this role is estimated at $19.00/hr. - $20.50/hr. with actual wage based on candidate’s qualifications and experience.

FUJIFILM Ultra-Pure Solutions, Inc., Inc., is part of the Fujifilm family – a company that has been evolving and transforming for more than 85 years. Fujifilm is focused on four strategic business areas: Advanced materials, including electronic materials for semiconductor manufacturing; Imaging; Healthcare; and products and services to support Business Innovation. As a global company, Fujifilm has revenues of $21 billion, with 310 group companies and 73,275 employees worldwide.

FUJIFILM Ultra-Pure Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Fujifilm about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Fujifilm via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Fujifilm, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Fujifilm for this requisition and a valid agreement with Fujifilm is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Fujifilm agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.