Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of our customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution with five manufacturing facilities in the United States.
The primary purpose of the Sr. Operators is to act as point of contact for the area and coordinate day-to-day activities, including work schedules, overtime and other administrative duties. These are working team lead positions, and the individuals will continue to perform regular shift assignments as well as direct shift activities.
TARGETED OUTCOMES
- Lead a safe operations area utilizing zero-incident safety principles
- Actively participate in and support safety efforts to ensure compliance with plant and area safety and environmental requirements.
- Take ownership of area goals and assist in leading the shift’s efforts to achieve those goals
- Ensure daily tasks are completed and coordinate work with maintenance and the lab.
- Liaison with other support services as needed
REPORTS TO – Shift Supervisor, Logistics
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates leadership in driving Ascend’s zero-incident safety culture through safe work practices and operator engagement
- Exhibits solid leadership in driving Ascend’s zero-incident safety culture through safe work practices and operator engagement. Will also lead Root Cause Analysis (RCAs) as needed to drive safety & area performance.
- Functions as a technical resource for the area.
- Takes ownership of area goals and leads the shifts’ efforts to achieve those goals
- Provides effective communication throughout the organization.
- Act as area point of contact & assists in coordinating day-to-day activities
- Drive successful training and certification progression for team.
- Identify and champion the use of best-in-class and lean/six sigma based work processes to drive area toward entitlement performance.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- Commitment to plant safety, environmental, and industrial hygiene practices
- Excellent oral and written communications
- Demonstrated ability to coach & mentor other operators
- Proactive leadership & team building skills with the ability to work effectively throughout the organization in a fast paced environment
- Strong sense of ownership and a drive to improve existing systems and processes by creative & innovative approaches
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum, Step H4-4 certification – preference given to full certification
- Previous leadership experience preferred
- 3 years Chemical manufacturing experience preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Same as Chemical Operator
At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.
Skills Summary:
About Us:
Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.
Why work at Ascend?
Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.
We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.
Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.
Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs
Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.
One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.
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What We Do
As the world's largest fully integrated producer of PA66, we designed our vertically integrated manufacturing process to ensure quality, consistency and supply security.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Ascend has nine global locations, including five fully integrated manufacturing facilities in the southeastern United States and an engineering plastics compounding facility in Europe, all dedicated to the innovation and safe production of nylon 6,6. With three of the world's largest chemical processing facilities, Ascend's materials form the building blocks for products used in everyday applications from apparel to airbags, cable ties to circuit boards and carpets to car parts. Ascend's 2,500 employees around the world are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve and leading the development of nylon 6,6 solutions that inspire everyone, everywhere, every day.
Together, we're making a difference.
Together, we're inspiring everyday.
