Extrusion Operator

Natura PCR, LLC

More than just a recycling company.
Natura PCR is an independent company that is majority owned by WM (Waste Management). Natura PCR is a leading company in the plastic’s circular economy space by where we are processing PE plastic films and clear plastic wrap used commercially, which includes stretch wrap for pallets, furniture film, bags and shrink wrap around food and beverage containers. Natura PCR produces a high-quality recycled pellet that is PCR (post-consumer resin). We have been recycling plastics for over 25 years and our company has processing expertise and an innovative mindset for our company to have a positive impact on our team members, the industry, and most importantly the environment.

We are in the process of scaling our business to deliver more circular solutions for PE films and clear plastic wraps. Natura PCR is rapidly expanding and looking to build a best-in-class team of collaborators looking to have an impact within the circular economy and have a positive impact for the environment.

It's not just a job. It is a career.

Natura PCR is seeking an Extrusion Operator who shares our desire to create solutions that benefit the environment through evolving and lasting partnerships. Based in Houston, TX with a large manufacturing site outside of Houston and in the process of expanding this site to add more production. We pride ourselves on promoting a truly diverse company.

Extrusion Operator

The Extrusion Operator works with equipment that filters, transforms, and pelletizes thermoplastic materials. Starts the machines and adjusts the controls to manage the temperature, sizing rings, vacuum, air pressure, and extrusion speed. Measures and inspects extruded products to look for flaws and makes sure they adhere to specifications, adjusting controls as needed to change the final product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operates all equipment assigned per standard operational procedures and parameter settings.
• Maintains a constant flow of material.
• Refer issues, problems, and any material non-conformances to leadership immediately to troubleshoot and determine root cause.
• Perform routine operational equipment maintenance such as screen changes and pelletizer blade changes, to keep machinery running optimally.
• Interprets and responds to all plant parameter settings to maintain a steady throughput of material through the extrusion line.
• Examines product psychically to ensure conformance standards are being met and inform the quality team if any discrepancies that are found.

PREFFERED SKILLS:

• Be able to work long periods of time on your feet with minimum breaks.
• Able to lift 20lbs of weight, perform repetitive work tasks with your hands, and work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others and teammates.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage timeline while prioritizing workload.
• Ability to generate interdepartmental relationships and convey technical data, and information to people of varying levels of understanding.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years in a production environment
• 3 years of experience with extrusion operation (specifically film extrusion, blow molding, and injection molding preferred) or 1 year experience with a technical certification.
• Has a high level of mechanical aptitude and operational theory. Concepts needed include motor loading, pressure vessels, varied pump designs and operations, vacuum degassing, melt filtration, and heat transfer and fluid flow.

Physical Demands

Frequently: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Handing, Finger movements, Reaching outward and above the shoulders.

Occasionally: Sitting, Climbing, Squat/Kneel, Lift/Carry up to 30lbs, Push/Pull 30lbs.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Supervisors, as deemed appropriate, may assign additional functions and requirements. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by their supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waller, TX 77484: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $-1