Blender (Automated) - Plastic Piping Systems Expert

1 week ago


Pineville, Louisiana, United States IPEX Group of Companies Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Blender (Automated) to join our team at IPEX Group of Companies. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for operating automated mixers, pelletizers, and related equipment to prepare plastic pipe and fittings raw materials.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate Automated Equipment: Utilize HMI screens to blend materials in compliance with work instructions, ensuring maximum safety, product quality, and production output.
  • Convey Materials: Run pneumatic material conveying systems to transfer powdered materials from railcars to silos and within the blending department, adhering to defined work instructions.
  • Transfer Liquids: Operate liquid transfer systems from tanker trucks to storage vessels, demonstrating knowledge of process control equipment used to operate blending equipment.
  • Pelletizing and Extrusion: Understand and operate extruder and pelletizing equipment to pelletize compounds in compliance with work instructions, WMH8.
  • Material Handling: Manually handle and add resins and micro-ingredients in specified volumes, ensuring all operating parameters are adhered to and in compliance.
  • Quality Control: Notify supervisors and leads of any non-conformances or unknown conditions, assisting in corrective actions as needed.
Requirements
  • 18 years of age.
  • A high school degree or equivalent, with the ability to read, write, and perform basic math. Knowledge of imperial and metric measurement systems is required.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred; plastics experience is an asset.
  • Comfortable using hand tools.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Self-starter with good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, coupled with an eagerness to learn.
  • Understanding of all procedures and instructions as required by ANSI/ASQC A9002 is highly preferred.
  • Must have experience operating forklift trucks, pallet trucks, and other material handling equipment, and be able to use basic hand tools. Forklift license preferred.
  • Ability to work 12-hour continental shifts (4 days on, 4 days off); 84 hours bi-weekly; 7:00 – 7:00.
  • Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and physical.
Working Conditions
  • Requires good mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, bending, and heavy lifting up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
  • Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required.
  • Must be able to wear a fitted respirator.
Benefits
  • 401K plan with company matching up to 5%
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
  • Plant annual bonus program
  • Set schedule with bi-weekly pay
  • Basic safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses, ear plugs, respirator) will be provided


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