<h2>About Us:</h2>Our Commitment: Origin is a technology company with a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovations include PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products. Innovation and Impact: We have pioneered products that can enhance sustainability. We anticipate that our PET closure solutions can be transformative for packaging by designing for recycling circularity and improving the performance and sustainability of packaging. We have developed a technology that has the potential to replace petroleum-based materials with decarbonized materials in a wide range of end products, such as food and beverage packaging, clothing, textiles, plastics, car parts, carpeting, tires, adhesives, soil amendments, and fuels. People at Origin Materials: We're not just a company, we're a movement for change and our heart beats with the energy of our diverse and dedicated team. We are a group of passionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the world while pushing the boundaries of innovation in our industry. We celebrate creativity, encourage fresh ideas and empower each other each team member to be a catalyst for meaningful change. Diversity and Inclusion: Our commitment is unwavering in the pursuit of attracting, developing and retaining the most exceptional individuals from a broad and diverse pool of candidates. We take pride in celebrating differences, actively fostering collaboration and cultivating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but genuinely valued. We believe that collaboration among individuals with varied insights propels us forward and ensures our ability to tackle challenges with a comprehensive and innovative approach and we are dedicated to creating a space where individuals feel empowered to share their perspectives, knowing that their contributions are integral to our collective success. For more information, visit our website: <a href="https://chat.openai.com/c/www.originmaterials.com">www.originmaterials.com</a>.<h2>About the Position:</h2><ul><li>Job Title: Extrusion Operations Lead</li><li>Location: Big Rapids, Michigan</li><li>Eligible for Hybrid Work: No</li><li>Job Type: Full-Time</li><li>Department: Manufacturing</li><li>Reporting to: Colin Schumaker</li><li>Expected Travel: up to 25%</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Origin Materials is deploying Starlinger Extrusion Lines to produce PET Sheet for our CapForming lines located at our Manufacturing Partner, Reed City Group in Big Rapids, Michigan</li><li>We are looking to add a person to our team that has significant experience operating PET extrusion lines</li><li>This role would be present during installation, commissioning and operation of the extrusion lines</li><li>Typical activities: training junior operators, establishing procedures and systems for continuous operations, providing guidance for troubleshooting operational and quality issues, assist in the development of a preventative maintenance program, developing recipes for sheet trials and influencing our broader extrusion strategy</li><li>Willingness to relocate to the Big Rapids, Michigan area (including Grand Rapids)</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Educational requirements<ul><li>Highschool diploma or equivalent</li></ul></li><li>Relevant experience<ul><li>5-10+ years of PET extrusion operations experience<ul><li>Preferred to be 10+ years of experience</li><li>Preferred to include Solid State Polymerization</li><li>Preferred to be on Starlinger Extrusion lines</li></ul></li><li>Experience training and/or onboarding junior operation team members</li></ul></li><li>Skills and competencies<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment</li><li>Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills (written and verbal)</li><li>Proven track record of successfully training employees in productivity and safety</li><li>Ability to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as as a group</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience in thermoforming would be a plus</li><li>Experience in the caps &amp; closures industry would be a plus</li><li>Experience Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification</li></ul>Salary Range: This position is a Level 3 at Origin Materials. The pay range for this position level at Origin Materials is $110,000 - $149,000. This range is not necessarily a guarantee of actual compensation that may be earned nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, education and other factors. <h2>Benefits and Perks</h2>Origin Materials understands that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. To show our appreciation and support for your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include: <ul><li>Health Insurance: Your health is paramount and we've got you covered. Enjoy access to quality health coverage that extends to you and your dependents.</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, designed to help you plan for retirement and build a stable financial foundation.</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of rest and rejuvenation. Benefit from our generous PTO policies that give you the flexibility to recharge or attend to personal matters.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your holistic well-being. Our EAP provides confidential counseling and support services, assisting you in navigating life's challenges, both personal and professional.</li><li>Flexibility: We understand that a flexible work environment contributes to a healthier work-life balance and we value the unique needs of our team members. While some roles within our organization may require an onsite presence or specific working hours for collaboration and specific job functions, we are committed to providing flexibility within the scope of the position.</li><li>Professional Development: Your growth is our priority. Access opportunities for professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career within our dynamic organization.</li></ul><h2>Hiring Process:</h2>Application Process:<ul><li>Interested candidates should apply at <a href="https://origin.recruitee.com/o/extrusion-operations-lead">link</a>.</li><li>Please reach out to <a href="mailto:hr@originmaterials.com">hr@originmaterials.com</a> if you have any questions or require additional assistance.</li></ul>Initial Screening:<ul><li>Qualified candidates will undergo an initial resume screening and phone screening.</li></ul>Interview Process:<ul><li>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for more in-depth (phone/video/in-person) interviews.</li><li>Interviews may include technical and cultural assessments / presentations.</li></ul>Final Selection:<ul><li>Successful candidates will undergo a final interview with one of our two Founders.</li><li>Final selection will be communicated via email.</li></ul><h2>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):</h2>Origin Materials is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from any form of discrimination, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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<div id="ember55" class="ember-view organization-about-module__content-consistant-cards-description">Headquartered in West Sacramento, Origin Materials (Nasdaq: ORGN) is the world's leading carbon negative materials company with a mission to enable the world&rsquo;s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovative technologies include all-PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products addressing a ~$1 trillion market. Origin&rsquo;s technology, economics, and carbon impact are supported by a growing list of major global customers and investors.</div>
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Extrusion Operations Lead

<h2>About Us:</h2>Our Commitment: Origin is a technology company with a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovations include PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products. Innovation and Impact: We have pioneered products that can enhance sustainability. We anticipate that our PET closure solutions can be transformative for packaging by designing for recycling circularity and improving the performance and sustainability of packaging. We have developed a technology that has the potential to replace petroleum-based materials with decarbonized materials in a wide range of end products, such as food and beverage packaging, clothing, textiles, plastics, car parts, carpeting, tires, adhesives, soil amendments, and fuels. People at Origin Materials: We're not just a company, we're a movement for change and our heart beats with the energy of our diverse and dedicated team. We are a group of passionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the world while pushing the boundaries of innovation in our industry. We celebrate creativity, encourage fresh ideas and empower each other each team member to be a catalyst for meaningful change. Diversity and Inclusion: Our commitment is unwavering in the pursuit of attracting, developing and retaining the most exceptional individuals from a broad and diverse pool of candidates. We take pride in celebrating differences, actively fostering collaboration and cultivating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but genuinely valued. We believe that collaboration among individuals with varied insights propels us forward and ensures our ability to tackle challenges with a comprehensive and innovative approach and we are dedicated to creating a space where individuals feel empowered to share their perspectives, knowing that their contributions are integral to our collective success. For more information, visit our website: <a href="https://chat.openai.com/c/www.originmaterials.com">www.originmaterials.com</a>.<h2>About the Position:</h2><ul><li>Job Title: Extrusion Operations Lead</li><li>Location: Big Rapids, Michigan</li><li>Eligible for Hybrid Work: No</li><li>Job Type: Full-Time</li><li>Department: Manufacturing</li><li>Reporting to: Colin Schumaker</li><li>Expected Travel: up to 25%</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Origin Materials is deploying Starlinger Extrusion Lines to produce PET Sheet for our CapForming lines located at our Manufacturing Partner, Reed City Group in Big Rapids, Michigan</li><li>We are looking to add a person to our team that has significant experience operating PET extrusion lines</li><li>This role would be present during installation, commissioning and operation of the extrusion lines</li><li>Typical activities: training junior operators, establishing procedures and systems for continuous operations, providing guidance for troubleshooting operational and quality issues, assist in the development of a preventative maintenance program, developing recipes for sheet trials and influencing our broader extrusion strategy</li><li>Willingness to relocate to the Big Rapids, Michigan area (including Grand Rapids)</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Educational requirements<ul><li>Highschool diploma or equivalent</li></ul></li><li>Relevant experience<ul><li>5-10+ years of PET extrusion operations experience<ul><li>Preferred to be 10+ years of experience</li><li>Preferred to include Solid State Polymerization</li><li>Preferred to be on Starlinger Extrusion lines</li></ul></li><li>Experience training and/or onboarding junior operation team members</li></ul></li><li>Skills and competencies<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment</li><li>Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills (written and verbal)</li><li>Proven track record of successfully training employees in productivity and safety</li><li>Ability to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as as a group</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience in thermoforming would be a plus</li><li>Experience in the caps &amp; closures industry would be a plus</li><li>Experience Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification</li></ul>Salary Range: This position is a Level 3 at Origin Materials. The pay range for this position level at Origin Materials is $110,000 - $149,000. This range is not necessarily a guarantee of actual compensation that may be earned nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, education and other factors. <h2>Benefits and Perks</h2>Origin Materials understands that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. To show our appreciation and support for your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include: <ul><li>Health Insurance: Your health is paramount and we've got you covered. Enjoy access to quality health coverage that extends to you and your dependents.</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, designed to help you plan for retirement and build a stable financial foundation.</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of rest and rejuvenation. Benefit from our generous PTO policies that give you the flexibility to recharge or attend to personal matters.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your holistic well-being. Our EAP provides confidential counseling and support services, assisting you in navigating life's challenges, both personal and professional.</li><li>Flexibility: We understand that a flexible work environment contributes to a healthier work-life balance and we value the unique needs of our team members. While some roles within our organization may require an onsite presence or specific working hours for collaboration and specific job functions, we are committed to providing flexibility within the scope of the position.</li><li>Professional Development: Your growth is our priority. Access opportunities for professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career within our dynamic organization.</li></ul><h2>Hiring Process:</h2>Application Process:<ul><li>Interested candidates should apply at <a href="https://origin.recruitee.com/o/extrusion-operations-lead">link</a>.</li><li>Please reach out to <a href="mailto:hr@originmaterials.com">hr@originmaterials.com</a> if you have any questions or require additional assistance.</li></ul>Initial Screening:<ul><li>Qualified candidates will undergo an initial resume screening and phone screening.</li></ul>Interview Process:<ul><li>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for more in-depth (phone/video/in-person) interviews.</li><li>Interviews may include technical and cultural assessments / presentations.</li></ul>Final Selection:<ul><li>Successful candidates will undergo a final interview with one of our two Founders.</li><li>Final selection will be communicated via email.</li></ul><h2>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):</h2>Origin Materials is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from any form of discrimination, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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