Production Technician

Tokai Carbon helps build America every day and we are proud of it. Tokai Carbon is one of the largest and most highly recognized graphite electrode manufacturers in the world. In order to continue to help build America, we need YOU. So, what's in it for you? We know that our employees are our greatest asset. At Tokai Carbon we value our employees and their families. We are a family oriented and flexible employer. We'll invest in your development by providing tools and resources that will help you reach your maximum potential.

We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through the development of our employees to be the best they can be. We believe family and work-life balance is essential to long-term success.

• Available on your first day: Full medical, vision, dental benefits, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Health Savings, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Quarterly Bonus*

Safely perform production and/or material handling duties at the Hickman plant to produce quality graphite products.

• Operate overhead crane, forklift, mobile equipment, and power tools associated in accomplishing daily tasks.
• Perform general department housekeeping, including clean up, stacking and identifying stock.
• Mechanical ability to operate and maintain equipment in good working condition and safe operation.
• Follow procedures on proper operation of equipment and job-related safety requirements.
• Participate as a team member to set and accomplish goals of the department and other team functions throughout the plant.
• Understand and follow Tokai policies and procedures.
• Recognize and troubleshoot daily operations problems.
• Update and maintain any required records or documents.
• Adapt to changing work environments.
• Work nights and weekend shift rotations.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to six months related experience and/or training with 2-4 years of steady employment preferred. Computer knowledge & skills preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, suppliers, and other employees of the organization..
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to recognize and troubleshoot problems.

• High-school degree or equivalent is required.