Plastic Grinder Operator - 3rd shift

As our Plastic Grinder Operator, you will mainly be responsible for loading and unloading our products.  Job duties may require the following:

What you will do:

• Identify the color and type of plastic scrap received, then move, organize, and store material in preparation for the grinding process.


• Inspect incoming gaylord boxes and liners for the presence of foreign objects and unlike plastics that could damage the scrap grinder cutters or contaminate finished product.


• Prepare gaylord boxes and stage empty box at grinder output.


• Operate grinder by engaging machine, loading scrap material, monitoring machine performance, and retrieving processed plastic.


• Mark each incoming and outgoing filled gaylord box using a tag that identifies the type of plastic and other required properties.


• Enter written words and numbers in neat and legible handwriting on identification tags and other required inventory and production forms.


• Transport gaylord boxes and other materials using forklift trucks or hand pallet trucks while following safe operating procedures and observing for pedestrian traffic.


• Place gaylord boxes, pallets, and other supplies in a manner as to not block or interfere with isles, exits, or walkways.


• Maintain clean work and storage areas and follow good housekeeping procedures.


• Use FIFO method.


• All other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with other employees in the warehouse and production.


• Manage time and set priorities daily.


• May need to fill in for Extrusion and Receiving needs.


• Meet or exceed customer expectations.

Requirements: 

• Ability to follow instructions with attention to detail. Must be able to work independently.


• Ability to comprehend written and verbal communications.


• Ability to distinguish colors.


• Basic math skills.


• Ability to operate a fork truck and/or aerial lifts.


• A positive attitude with a strong dedication to providing quality work.


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Prior shipping or warehouse experience preferred.

Hours & Location

• 3rd shift - Monday – Friday; 10:50pm-7:00am 


• Muskego, WI - World Headquarters

Benefits

• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• Generous company 401(k) contributions 


• Flexible spending account


• Tuition reimbursement


• Generous paid time off


• Employee assistance program


• Vision insurance


• Employee discount


• Life insurance


• Referral program


• Monthly bonus Opportunities