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The Step Up Processor will assist the on-shift personnel during periods of heavy work load (upsets, startups, shutdowns, turnarounds, and occasional operating positions left vacant due to high absenteeism, etc.)\nThe role of the step up is critical to maintaining safe and stable operations when the shift supervisor is not on-site. Those who are asked to step-up are chosen because they have demonstrated safety leadership capability and process knowledge. It is an opportunity to further demonstrate and develop leadership skills and a potential path to career advancement in the future. \nThe step-up is not expected to be the shift supervisor; they’re expected to be the go-to-person on the shift, ensuring alignment and providing support for finding solutions to production concerns and issues. \nThe step-up is not expected to manage personnel or disciplinary issues on the shift. If necessary, the step-up will assist in diffusing conflict, and then escalate to the shift supervisor or unit manager for resolution. The step-up may reach out to a shift supervisor, the unit manager, or HR for assistance with any interpersonal situations that arise while on shift. \nIf a step-up is the “extra” on shift, they are not required to work a job, however, the step-up will be required to cover the first vacancy on shift before calling anyone in on overtime. When the step-up is required to cover a vacancy, they should select the job that will allow the most flexibility to also perform modified Leader Standard Work. \nThe step-up is not accountable for the performance of individuals on the shift. Accountability remains with the shift supervisor to develop their people and create an environment where the shift knows the right things to do and does the right things consistently, including when the shift supervisor is not on-site. \nTEAM\nReports to Operations Supervisor \nTeam Members: Processors \nREQUIRED EXPERIENCE\nQualifications \n18 years of age \nHigh School Diploma or GED \nMust have a current, valid, United States driver license \nWith one of the following: \nAssociates Degree in Process Technology; \nor\nMinimum of (1) year of Chemical Operator experience in a Chemical Plant Environment; \nor\nAt least 4 years of active military experience of a technical nature with an honorable discharge. \n\nREQUIRED SKILLS\nCompetencies\nGood process troubleshooting/problem solving skills \nBasic understanding of window-based programs: MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook \nStrong written and verbal communication skills \nWell-developed teamwork and leadership skills \nSelf-initiated learning \nTime management processes and skills \nSelf-initiated corrective actions/follow-through \nBe able to work a rotating shift. \nBe able to work overtime when needed or required (including weekends & holidays). \nPhysical Demands\nBe able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds. \nBe able to work in tight or closed-in spaces (e.g. pipe rack). \nBe able to climb stairs and work at heights. \nParticipation in Respiratory Fit Testing Programs.\nAt 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.\nAbout Us:\nAscend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers and plastics focused onimproving quality of life and inspiring a better tomorrow through innovation. We are a fully integrated material solutions provider with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.\nOur global workforce makes the materials used to make safer vehicles, cleaner energy, better medical devices, smarter appliances, and longer-lasting apparel and consumer goods. We are committed to safety, sustainability, and the success of our customers and our communities.\nWhy work at Ascend?\nOur 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: OARS.\nOur OARSvalues shape how we work, lead, and grow together. We take ownership, stay accountable, operate reliably, and support one another to deliver results safely and consistently. Through clear expectations, empowered decision-making, intentional communication, and continuous feedback, we create a culture built on action, visibility, and shared success.\nTogether, OARS gives us a shared language and clear direction. These values guide our decisions, shape priorities and set expectations as we move forward - aligned, focused and committed to creating performance materials that improve lives today and inspire a better tomorrow.\nAll 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.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6795,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":4,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Consumer Goods","Health & Medical Electronics"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-30T03:37:28Z"}],"liveness":{"score":60,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.602,"p_room":1,"age_days":3,"expected_fill_days":30,"reasons":["conf:5","stale_co","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-01T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ascend-performance-materials-llc-processor","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ascend-performance-materials-llc-processor.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-01T09:08:59Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":5,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4995,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-02T00:00:00Z"}}}