Grinder

Overview

Responsible for operating grinding machines to process plastic parts and materials, ensuring they meet quality standards and production specifications. This role requires precision, attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safety and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for weighing boxes of scrap, recording weights and grinding scrap.
• Grinder Operator must ensure a quality regrind product is being produced by separating different polymers, making sure all handles and gaskets have been removed and recording regrind totals for each shift.
• Must monitor granulator for proper operation and report any problems to the Maintenance Manager/Maintenance Lead.
• Must maintain good housekeeping in Grinder Room and Scrap Area.
• Required to be versed in plant safety procedures such as: Hazard Communication Program (Material Safety Data Sheets), and accident prevention, blood borne pathogens, basic electrical safety, plan evaluation routes, and the safety concerns of co-workers and visitors.
• Proper PPE must be worn at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Capable of identifying product codes and separating different polymers.
• Knowledge and skills to operate lift truck safely.
• Must know how to safety operate tools and equipment to perform job.
• Good hand and eye coordination are essential.
• Verbal communication skills and minimum writing skills are required to transfer and to interpret the explanation of problems and to receive and understand work assignments.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers).