Production Operator

Operate forklifts, skid steers and other material-handling equipment. Comfortable working around industrial machinery and varying temperatures.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour, 2-2-3 schedule
Day Shift: 6:45 AM–7:00 PM
Night Shift: 6:45 PM–7:00 AM
 


Job responsibilities:

•  Operate, monitor, adjust, start and shut down recycling equipment. 
•  Operate pulverizers, extrusion, melt-blending and pelletizing equipment. 
•  Process, batch and stage plastic materials according to specifications. 
•  Monitor product quality and make necessary equipment adjustments. 
•  Troubleshoot equipment and production issues. 
•  Operate forklifts, skid steers and other material-handling equipment. 
•  Complete production, quality and equipment documentation. 
•  Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements. 
•  Maintain a clean and organized work area. 
•  Assist with training less-experienced operators. 

Qualifications:

•  High school diploma or GED. 
•  Previous manufacturing, machine-operation or production experience. 
•  At least one year of extrusion experience; plastics experience is preferred. 
•  Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills. 
•  Forklift or skid-steer experience is preferred. 
•  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
•  Ability to stand and walk throughout a 12-hour shift. 
•  Comfortable working around industrial machinery and varying temperatures. 
•  Basic computer and documentation skills.