Machine Minder (2nd Shift)

Brief Description: This position is responsible for set up and operation of thermoplastic extrusion equipment that blends, mixes, packages, and transports dry or liquid materials to produce customer products.

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift (3PM-11PM)

Set up, start, and operate machinery to mix, extrude, discharge, or handle materials according to operating procedures ensuring strands of material are continuous and ensure all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures and ISO standards.

Weigh ingredients to meet specifications and insert into machinery, or ensure the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area and insert pre-blended materials into machinery.

Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.

Examine material visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.

Transfer samples of materials to the lab for evaluation and follow instructions on any batch adjustments if needed.

Package the finished pelletized materials in containers and/or bags.

Refer issues/problems to Production Lead or Production Managers for disposition.

Responsible for data integrity.

Document work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.

Participate in training, retraining, and continual improvement processes and methods.

Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Handle material handling.

Must be able to operate/monitor equipment during operation to ensure quality production.

regularly and stand for an 8-hour shift.

Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed, up to every other weekend.

Must be able to pass a forklift test and a respirator fit test.

Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Preferred high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred forklift experience.

Preferred previous manufacturing experience.

Talk and hear to coordinate and operate equipment.

Use of safety equipment as dictated by the work (safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, face shields, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)

Exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Handle (with mechanical equipment) up to 250 pounds.

The company has over 20 manufacturing plants located in the United States, Mexico, Europe, Singapore and China. RTP Company’s engineers develop customized thermoplastic compounds in over 60 different engineering resin systems for applications requiring color, conductive, elastomeric, flame retardant, high temperature, structural, and wear-resistant properties.

EOE, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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