Plastics Processing Machine Operator

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The focus of the Plastics Processing Plant Worker is to be trained as a general plant worker and plastics processing equipment operator. The Processing Plant Worker serves as an important role keeping all equipment operational in a safe efficient manner. The objective of the position is to provide a safe, cost effective working environment, while operating under Prometheus Polymers’ guidelines and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Processing plastic material. This includes categorizing, sorting, and preparing plastic products for use in the production process Operating grinding equipment Operating a 6” extrusion compounding line Operating Polyethylene pulverizers Loading and unloading trucks Conducting light equipment maintenance and general plant labor All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required Mechanical aptitude Acute attention to details Must be able to work with little to no supervision Knowledge and understanding of polymers are a plus but not required Willingness to adapt in an evolving environment Innate sense of urgency that provides proactive and consistent work

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a manufacturing setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear while performing other projects. This is largely a physical role; involving working with heavy equipment. Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule 8 hour shift Day shift Night shift Education High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr Prometheus