EXTRUSION/COMPOUNDING OPERATOR

Wastequip's Toter Brand is hiring for an Extrusion/Compounding Operator for our Statesville, NC manufacturing location. This is a full time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The Extrusion/Compounding Operator sets up, starts up and shuts down extrusion lines to safely produce quality resin at desired output rate.

$17.97/HR plus shift differential

Responsibilities

• Adheres to compound schedule and current blend
• Sets up machine for production run
• Monitors equipment for any maintenance and safety issues
• Write and maintain accurate production reports
• Operates blender per schedule
• Confirms schedule and blend adherence
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures
• Clean hoppers and pelletizer, gather materials, calculate formulas, and change screens as needed
• Monitor operation of machine for acceptable quality and standard production rates
• Conducts quality checks on produced resin
• Uses all required Personal Protective Equipment
• Write and maintain accurate production reports
• Maintains work area per safety and 5S standards
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English
• Must be able to work assigned shift
• Adhere to all company policies and safety rules
• High school diploma or equivalent mandatory
• Ability to obtain a Forklift license required
• Operate forklift when necessary
• Maintain production reports
• Competence with air guns and various machine controls
• Color vision required
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and receive direction from supervisor
• Must be able to distinguish quality defects
• Must be able to work under extreme heat conditions
• Must wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and all required Personal Protective Equipment

About Wastequip

Headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing and service facilities throughout North America, Wastequip is the leading North American manufacturer of waste handling equipment. Wastequip is the only manufacturer to offer a full line of steel and plastic products to collect, handle and transport just about any type of waste and recyclables.