Production Operator

Job overview

The Production Operator role is onsite in Columbia, SC; compensation is not specified. Celanese produces specialty material solutions used across major industries and consumer applications. The operator supports safe, reliable plant operations by following procedures, monitoring process and product quality, completing assigned maintenance and testing tasks, and communicating shift information. The role contributes to quality, productivity, stewardship, and continuous improvement across plant teams.

What you'll do

• Operate the assigned plant area according to standard operating procedures
• use HMI, PLC, and DCS interfaces to monitor and troubleshoot product quality and equipment operations
• document maintenance work in SAP
• perform product testing and analyze process variation
• participate in root-cause analysis and daily shift meetings
• inspect equipment and process conditions
• operate forklifts and other motorized equipment
• load and unload materials from railcars, tank trailers, and drums
• communicate shift-change information.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

production operator

columbia sc

celanese

plant operations

chemical manufacturing

quality testing

process monitoring

sap

forklift

12-hour rotating shift

4-4-3-3 schedule

overtime required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role uses a 12-hour rotating 4-4-3-3 shift, with occasional 8-hour day-turn work to support a core team. Overtime is required. A high school diploma or GED and valid driver's license are required; ability to lift 50 pounds and wear a respirator are specified.

About the employer

Celanese is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing. Sector: 32.