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Operator, Production

Celanese · Hopewell, VAtoday
$55k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $51k (473 that show pay).

Support polyester film slitting, stenter and recovery lines: roll changes, defect inspection, material handling and packing.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Entry path into polyester film production with a defined upgrade to assistant stenter or slitting operator.

Might not be for you. Material-handling heavy with rotating shifts, mandatory overtime and PPE including SCBA; no materials R&D.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleProduction operator at Mylar Specialty Films: slitting, stenter and recovery areas, roll changes, visual inspection of film rolls for surface defects, polyester film production

H-1B filings

Celanese filed 7 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Advanced Engineer, Chemical Process Technology, Process Engineer, Senior Specialist, Compounding Process Technology. Median filed pay: $116K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
0+ yrs
Industry
Packaging
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Rotating shifts
Materials
polyester film
Techniques
visual inspection of film rolls
Benefits
annual bonus eligibility

Role details

Overview

The Mylar Specialty Films site in Hopewell, Virginia is seeking qualified Material Handlers. In this entry-level role into our production area, the successful candidate will:

  • Monitor and operate equipment and facilities ensuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures
  • Perform minor maintenance functions within their operating area and within their level of expertise.
  • Maintain safety standards at all times
  • Initiate and follow emergency procedures when necessary.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Obtain all materials necessary for the area to operate smoothly (packing supplies, stores items, etc.)
  • Provide overall assistance in slitting, stenter, and recovery areas; feeding cutters with cut-offs, splits, wrap rolls in slitting, pack DHO rolls, doff slit rolls, operate hoists, etc.
  • Transport reclaim and finished goods safely
  • Perform roll changes as well as general help during pack and die changes
  • Ensure proper film types, gauges and treated side when making roll tickets/labels
  • Visually inspect rolls (mill roll, DHO, and slit) for surface defects
  • Contribute to the team effort - attendance, punctuality, dependable, works well with others, and contribute to meeting business metrics - flexible to float to where needed
  • Develop and maintain skill set to upgrade to assistant stenter operator and/or slitting operator

Qualifications

The following are required

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)
  • Willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule
  • Willing and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call in as required
  • Willing and able to frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50lbs
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and learning new computer software systems

Successful candidate will need to be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

The Site Prefers The Following Skill Sets

  • Associate’s degree in a science related field or Process Technology
  • Vocational Certificate or Technical Trade Certificate
  • Minimum of 6 months experience working in a manufacturing facility
  • Experience in a maintenance related field
  • Experience in the Polyester Film production processes
  • Experience with SAP or equivalent Manufacturing Operations software
  • MT1 certification
  • Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (I.E. fork trucks, pallet trucks, tow devices, etc.

This Virginia position pays $26.64/hour and annual bonus eligibility.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Operator, Production role at Celanese?

The listed annual base salary range is $55K–$55K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Celanese sponsor H-1B visas?

Celanese has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Operator, Production role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Operator, Production role at Celanese based?

This role is based in Hopewell, VA.

What degree is required for the Operator, Production role at Celanese?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Operator, Production role require?

The posting calls for at least 0 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Operator, Production role work with?

polyester film.

What techniques or methods are required for this Operator, Production role?

visual inspection of film rolls.