Post Blending Operator - 2nd Shift

Overview
We are seeking an Operator to join our team in the plastics industry. The ideal candidate will be efficient and have the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Position Summary

Set up, operate, and tend post-blending machines to mix or blend pelleted plastic. Operate fork trucks to transfer material to and from the departments and in and out of semi-trucks. Read work order specifications.

Essential Functions

· Adheres to WMC’s quality management system.

· Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products to ensure standard quality specifications and requirements.

· Read work orders to determine production specifications or information.

· Observe production or monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

· Mix or blend material by starting machines and mixing for specified times.

· Distribute specified amounts of materials into machinery or equipment.

· Operate or tend machines to mix or blend plastics.

· Stop mixing or blending machines when specified product qualities are obtained. Open valves and start pumps to transfer mixtures.

· Examine materials, ingredients, or products visually or with hands to ensure standard quality specifications and requirements.

· Transfer materials, supplies, or products between work areas, using a forklift or manual methods.

· Unload mixtures into Gaylord containers for further processing.

· Dislodge and clear jammed materials or other items from machinery or equipment, using hand tools.

· Safety Requirements: Understand and follow all WMC Health & Safety Practices. Report all injuries and unsafe work conditions. Attend mandatory safety training and request additional training as needed.

· Attach identifying tags to containers.

· Secure material or products for transport.

· All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Duties

· None.

Qualifications Required

· Production Oriented: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

· Dependability: Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

· Attention to Detail: Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

· Cooperation: Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

· Integrity: Job requires being honest and ethical.

Education and/or Experience

· Entry level position

· 1-2 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment. (Preferred)

· 1-2 Years of experience operating a forklift. (Preferred)

Join our team as an Operator, where your skills will contribute significantly to our mission of delivering high-quality products while ensuring safety and efficiency in every step of the process.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person