Japan Operations Manager Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

GENERAL PURPOSE

The primary purpose of this position is to manufacture RxD dispersions at the COUS site.
The Production Operator must be responsible to perform all manufacturing activities
within all EHS, quality, and corporate guidelines on a right-first-time basis. The operator
is independently responsible for manufacturing activities and priorities, following all
appropriate training programs, complying with all documentation within the department
(i.e. SOP’s, process logs), and effectively communicating with other operators as well as
supervision and other departments. In addition, the Production Operator will perform
routine manufacturing cleanouts and equipment changeovers, monitor in process and
post batch data, and operate the process control systems to effectively run the plant. A
strong understanding of the process chemistry and equipment, including potential
problem analysis, is critical to ensuring high quality dispersion is produced in a safe and
cost effective manner.

The Production Operator accomplishes these goals while striving to maintain an
atmosphere of involvement, continuous improvement, EHS, and right-first-time
manufacture within the operations team. This position reports to the Work Station
Manager for RxD.

The Production Operators will work rotating shifts to support 24/7 manufacturing. In
addition to the listed responsibilities, the position may be required to perform other duties
upon request from management.

ABOUT FUJIFILM

About the Global Business: Celebrating our 80th anniversary in 2014, Japan’s
pioneering photographic film maker, FUJIFILM has leveraged its imaging and
information technology to become a global presence known for innovation in healthcare,
graphic arts, optical devices, highly functional materials and other high technology
products. We use leading-edge, proprietary technologies to provide top-quality products
and services that contribute to the advancement of culture, science, technology and
industry, as well as improved health and environmental protection in society.

Anchored by an open, fair and clear corporate culture and with leading-edge,
proprietary technologies, FUJIFILM is determined to remain a leading company by
boldly taking up the challenge of developing new products and creating new value.

About FUJIFILM Locally: FUJIFILM Imaging Colorants, Inc. is part of FUJIFILM’s Ink
Solutions Group comprised of 4 companies based in the UK and USA responding to the
Group CEO and COO responsible for 3 of the businesses including FFIC Inc. FFIC Inc.
has a manufacturing site in New Castle, DE where aqueous dyes, RxD, and inks are
made to support the InkJet digital printing market.

If you’re ready to “think ink,” FUJIFILM Imaging Colorants is the place for you! As part of Fujifilm’s global Ink Solutions Group, we develop state-of-the-art aqueous dyes, pigment dispersions, and innovative inks for digital printing applications like packaging, commercial printing, and displays. We’re driven by creativity and a dedication to quality, and we’re looking for passionate problem-solvers to join the team.

We believe in investing in our people, offering a collaborative culture and a flexible environment to help you thrive. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and help create solutions that make an impact, let’s make a splash together!

Our manufacturing facility is in New Castle, Delaware, a lively town with rich history, open parks, museums, and a vibrant community that offers recreation and culture at every turn.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

KEY RESULT AREAS/DELIVERABLES

Key deliverables for the position include the following:

Safely operate the production unit in compliance with site, company and regulatory
requirements.
Effectively work with the rest of the manufacturing team to deliver business objectives
and targets.
Monitor operational performance to maintain or improve quality, cost and productivity.
Routinely participate in Continuous Improvement and particularly 5S in normal
operations practices. Ensure personal compliance with all training and support other
members of the team in doing so.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and help keep them up to date and accurate
through effectively communicating operator comments and input.
Follow the company’s adopted Quality, Safety and Environmental management
systems and procedures.
Work with the entire manufacturing team to uphold the pillars of Operational Discipline:
Questioning Attitude, Level of Knowledge, Forceful Watch Team Backup, Formality,
Integrity

 
Safe production with no incidents or accidents

 
Demonstrate a high regard for your own personal safety and the safety of others.
Ensure full compliance with all EHS procedures and policies to deliver compliance
with regulatory and site requirements. Follow procedures to ensure compliance with
hazard study controls.
Be responsible for individual and team safety performance. Understand key
performance indicators (KPIs) and respond to anything that requires action.
Log and participate in investigating any near misses or incidents to support identifying
root cause and opportunities for improvement working within established systems.
Ensure compliance with ISO 14001.
It is strongly encouraged to be trained as Emergency Coordinator / Contact onsite to
handle emergency situations (injuries, spills, fires, etc.).

 
Delivery of agreed volume

 
Be flexible and responsive to help ensure sufficient level of resource is in place at all
times to deliver required production
Stay fully trained and validated in all areas of operations. Follow defined training paths
and take initiative to seek additional training.
Participate as needed during plant outages to accomplish production maintenance
tasks, PM’s and projects.
Identify and communicate daily plant maintenance needs to maintain a safe, efficient
operation by submitting work orders as needed for repairs and maintenance.
Participate in the Continuous Improvement program to bring forward suggestions to
improve and optimize the production process.
Follow the production schedule to deliver on time and in full product in a right first
time manner.

 
Manufacture right first time to correct quality

 
Participate in the investigation of any quality near misses or failures, identifying root
cause and opportunities for improvement. Implement follow up actions as required.
Assist in review of technical issues, contributing where possible to improve overall
performance of processes and plant. Especially contribute manufacturing
observations that may be relevant to troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and
solving problems.
Manufacture to high standards to ensure customer product requirements are achieved
and Customer Satisfaction is maintained.
Follow procedures and pay attention to detail to provide error-free operation and batch
production.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and all site QA policies.
Maintain compliance with GMP manufacturing policies.

 
Manufacture to agreed cost

 
Report any issues with unit equipment to key functions for action to help maintain
efficient operation.
Understand key manufacturing costs to help stay within Cost Center budgets.
Actively identify opportunities to improve plant performance, reduce waste or reduce
costs through participation in the CI program.
Minimize waste of raw materials, utilities, and finished product by following established
SOPs and guidelines.
Report accurate consumptions of materials.

 
Production Operations Teamwork

 
Foster teamwork as well as ensuring individual accountability.
Comply with FUJIFILM Imaging Colorants, Inc. policies, procedures, and
management directives.
Provide input for your personal development goals and training desires.
Appropriately manage all personal leave to support production while offering little to
no interruption to full manufacturing coverage.
Communicate in an open, fair, and respectful manner at all times with peers,
supervision, and other functions on or off site.

 
EXPERIENCE

Essential

 
2-5 yrs manufacturing experience preferably within a chemical environment
Proven ability and desire to learn new processes and operate them independently and
correctly.
Strong understanding of EHS requirements associated with chemical manufacturing
Experience using Standard Work Processes along with Operational Discipline
Principles
Good understanding of GMP with regard to printing ink and dispersion manufacturing
Solid basis of knowledge in Continuous Improvement tools and problem solving
Demonstrated teamwork skills and actions.
Effectively manage conflict, be continuously alert, proactive and capable of
responding to any problems that occur within the range of responsibility. This includes
prompt & effective action in abnormal situations to minimize product loss or personal
injury.
Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations as required by the process
instructions to ensure accurate additions of raw materials.
Ability to learn and effectively use automation systems such as PLC, HMI panels, etc. 
to operate the process.
Basic knowledge of MS Office and other computer tools for word processing,
spreadsheets, and other computer-based tasks

 
Desirable
Understanding of Quality Systems and ISO registrations
Batch production experience
Process control and HMI usage familiarity
Experience with mechanical equipment such as pumps, filters, mills, centrifuge,
packout equipment

CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Takes accountability for the assigned work area. Must be able to work independently
on nights or weekends or other times when supervision is not present.
Analytical Thinking/Critical Information Seeking - Organizes work in a logical way,
understand process control data, seeks support as needed in analyzing a situation
or making a decision. Strong problem-solving skills.
Results orientation and concern for standards – using data and processes to
achieve high quality, on-time manufacture, while maintaining relevant KPIs
Thoroughness and attention to detail in completing work and achieving accuracy
Team player with good interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, independent individual who performs effectively under conditions of
heavy workload and change
Well-organized, highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Determines what needs to be done and takes action, when necessary, especially
when working independently
Takes direction from supervision and constantly seeks to improve
Maintains high standards of housekeeping and holds other team members to the
same standard
Conducts oneself with a high level of integrity and makes good decisions
Capability to learn all aspects of the production unit operations including equipment,
process key parameters and basic chemistry, hazards, process control computer
interfaces, etc. in order to effectively operate and troubleshoot
Flexibility and understanding of shifting priorities and schedule

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (cous-usjobs@fujifilm.com).