Technical Operator-Deposition 1

Our world needs ideas! As one of the world’s most research-intensive chemical companies, we have been developing leading solutions for numerous sectors – from construction to photovoltaics and cosmetics to rubber – for over 100 years. We have a global presence with production sites on three continents and about 14,500 employees from 70 nations.

WACKER POLYSILICON is the global leader in the production of polycrystalline hyperpure silicon for the semiconductor and solar solar industries. At our Charleston site, we are currently looking for a Technical Operator-Deposition 1 to join our growing team.

The Technical Operator Deposition works in small teams focused on the safe and efficient harvest of polysilicon from reactors to ensure continuous operations.  To complete this task, Technical Operators will open and reassemble reactors and operate various forms of mobile equipment and overhead cranes.  Additionally, Technical Operators will input batch and downtime information into digital tracking systems, report on various production issues, and provide feedback to technical staff.

Technical Operators will work with management to achieve reactor turnaround standards and also to find ways to optimize and continuously improve efficiencies, throughput, and uptime.  Technical Operators will have support staff as needed and they are expected to contact them whenever additional expertise are required.  Operators are obligated to follow company policies regarding health and environmental protection, work safety, plant safety and quality.  Operators are responsible for RCRA generation as relating to container and labeling usage, maintenance and storage functions, and regular inspections of RCRA applicable areas as well as other duties as they are assigned.

High School Diploma or GED are required

Technical and mechanical aptitude as well as basic computer skills
Physical strength and endurance are essential for this position
The ability to effectively communicate with team members and other stakeholders
Skill set to operate in a fast-paced production environment while focusing on safety, quality, and precision
Must be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, and vibration
Must be able to work 12-hour, rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays, etc...)

WACKER, as an innovative chemical company, makes a vital contribution toward improving the quality of life around the world by developing intelligent solutions for sustainable growth. Our culture focuses on building and retaining diverse and inclusive teams. WACKER offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, competitive benefit offerings and beyond through giving back to our communities.

Be part of our WACKER family, across all nations!

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a Green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.