Unit Operator - Plastics - 2nd Shift (2:40pm - 11:00pm)

Unit Operator - Plastics - 2nd Shift (2:40pm - 11:00pm) Job Category: Manufacturing / Production Requisition Number: UNITO004502 Full-Time On-site Locations Teknor Apex | SC Plant, 1092 N Old Laurens Road, Fountain Inn, SC 29644, USA We are looking for a dedicated operator to manage the production line and ensure quality and safety compliance. The role includes blending, weighing, and packaging operations alongside supporting the production schedule. Typical Duties Ensures that all equipment necessary for melt mixing is operating safely and properly. Obtains all necessary processing instructions to produce pellets as per the manufacturing schedule. Follows all setup conditions and maintains communication with crew lead and supervisor. Communicates all pertinent processing information or quality concerns with fellow operators, support personnel and relief operators. Reports all qualifying or process issues to Lead or Supervisor. Provides break relief for fellow operators and is flexible to fill in on any job or line as needed. Successfully passes probationary period (90 days). Keeps a tidy workspace. Demonstrates teamwork attitude – willingness to help others and is available for overtime when colleagues are absent. Essential Physical Requirements Handle, cut and dump bags weighing as much as 60 lbs. into blenders many times per shift. Bend over box/drum scooping material at the same time, could have to load as much as 20,000-40,000 pounds during a shift. Operate fork and hand trucks. Bend over inside blenders scraping walls. Ability to climb ladders or stairs. Handle drums and related equipment. Ability to bend, stoop, and lean over for a period of time. Ability to wear required safety equipment. Qualifications & Competencies Ability to read and interpret documents; must apply common sense understanding and have ability to problem solve. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute rate, ratio, and percent and interpret bar graphs. Possesses a strong work ethic and has regular and predictable attendance in order to meet the demands of a continuous production environment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift. Employees regularly climb stairs and work in a warm to hot environment. Typically trains on first shift for up to four weeks before being assigned to 2nd or 3rd shift. Works overtime including Saturdays and Sundays as required to meet customer demands. Able to drive a forklift safely and with a license. Appropriate PPE is provided and includes certified safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirator as needed. Benefits Teknor Apex is looking for high quality individuals to join our manufacturing team. Here is what Teknor Apex has to offer: Very attractive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with extremely LOW deductibles and Low-cost - 85% paid by the company Benefits eligibility within 30 days of hire Company paid wellness programs – smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss On-site medical clinic for employee and spouse at no charge which includes prescriptions, wellness visits, and immunizations Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K and free financial planning assistance Employee Assistance Program Two-weeks Paid Vacation and 13 Paid Holidays $1,000.00 Sign on Bonus - $250 paid after 30 days, $250 after 90 days and the remaining $500 paid after 180 days (6 months) Bonus paid for Employee Referrals Shift differential - $1.25 for 2nd shift and $1.50 for 3rd shift 8-hour Production shift schedules and paid weekly Overtime production schedule posted 1 year in advance – no production is scheduled for most holiday weekends Monthly bonuses paid for attendance Monthly bonuses paid for performance Pay increases granted for learning additional skills Onsite food trucks weekly Employee recognition points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products earned for Perfect Attendance, service year milestones and other achievements Company sponsored discounts to gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, etc Numerous employee appreciation activities annually- meals, giveaways, contests Free income tax filing assistance for eligible associates Community involvement and volunteer opportunities Family Day celebration Recognition for years of service Additional Qualifications Ability to work safely Ability to follow work instructions Teknor Apex Fountain Inn is a smoke free facility. The use of tobacco products is not allowed on company premises. Shift Available 2nd Shift (2:40pm - 11:00pm) Teknor Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Teknor Apex Company