Grinding Operator

Job PostingGrinding Room Operator | Hiring Immediately | Conyers, GAAvailable Shift:2nd12 Hours07:00 PM-07:00 AM2/2/3Compensation:Competitive starting pay range of $18.12-$21.32 per hour, paid weeklyShift Differential: $2.00Pay Competitive starting pay rate based on experience and qualificationsIncreases Eligible for annual and skill-based wage increasesBonuses Eligible for a monthly bonus based on plant productivityAdd EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and familyBenefits:Medical, Dental, VisionPrescription drug coverage401K with a company matchNew Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accountsCorporate discountsOur Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.ResponsibilitiesJOB SUMMARY: This role oversees all shift activity in the grinding room. In this role, you will operate all grinders, forklift truck, and department equipment.Operates grinders (i.e. hand and pedestal) to remove excess flashing in a safe manner by inspecting grinder for proper adjustment, cracks or chips in the wheel and overall working condition.Demonstrate the ability to recognize the different grades of materials; Ensure that regrind is not mixed or contaminated.Properly identify and tag all boxes of regrind.Complete appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities.Inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects.Assemble, load, and/or unload materials to designated area using appropriate equipment including forklift, clamp lift, barcode readers and safety equipmentTroubleshoots work related problems by trying to determine the source of the problem.Performs minor maintenance on the grinders (replacing wheels and bits).Observe all housekeeping, standard work, and safety guidelines.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Qualified candidates' will have 1-year experience in a fast-paced production environment with some mechanical knowledge of industrial systems.Successful completion of lift truck/forklift certification programMinimum of 2 years lift truck/clamp truck experience working in a fast paced logistics environment preferredMechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Must be able to stand on your feet and work for an entire 12 hour shiftsPactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at Evergreen- Conyers, Ga.Conyers is an Atlanta suburb and the only city in Rockdale County, Georgia. The city is 24 miles east of downtown Atlanta and is a part of the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 15,195. The city is the county seat of Rockdale County.The plant was acquired by Pactiv in 2003, manufactures PET and Polypropylene Lids & ESL Trays, and has approximately 180 employees. The Conyers plant was awarded Pactiv safety plant of the year 2018, Foodservice BU Environmental plant of the year 2019.Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.