Granulator Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Whether you have some machine operating experience or are a motivated entry level candidate you'll have the opportunity to be trained to operate our TPU granulation equipment and grow your future in the manufacturing field.

PRIMARY ROLE:

The primary role of aGranulator I Operatoris tolearn the skills needed tosupport theback end of the NGR (Next Generation Recycling) machine, and togain proficiency in the operation of1 of our 3 granulators toa degree that requires minimalassistancefrom your peer group.

Responsibilities:

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  Conduct a shift exchange explaining issues during shiftwith incoming shift.

  
  

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  Read and interpret paperwork (e.g.work orders, sales orders, or reprocessing notes)

  
  

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  Performpre-operation checklist to ensuresafetyof machinery.

  
  

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  Unload materials or virgin block from Gaylord; visually inspectfor quality.

  
  

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  Start up andoperategranulator, including guillotine knife and blender.

  
  

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  Monitor particle size of granules and cleanliness of regrind.

  
  

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  Operate a fork truck and/ or pallet jack bringing materials to and from the warehouse.

  
  

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  Operate overhead hoists and lift carts to handle and package finished goods.

  
  

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  Take samples asrequired.

  
  

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  Observe machine to detect clogged blades andhopper.

  
  

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  Disassemble/reassemble and clean granulator (including blades, screen, cradle, and bin).

  
  

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  Make minor changes and adjustments to machinery with little or no supervision (e.g.transition from material to material, clearing jams).

  
  

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  Follow all safety and lock-out procedures associated with the granulator and its operation.

  
  

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  Prepare skidsfor return to warehouse with correct packaging materialand labels.

  
  

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  Perform material handling tasks and inventory control usingbarcodescanner.

  
  

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  Attend daily shiftmeeting.

  
  

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  Train other Operators whenrequired.

  
  

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  Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipmentperformanceand quality.

  
  

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  Data entry intocomputerto include tracking of machine time, total regrind per shift, etc.

  
  

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  Other duties as assigned

  
  

Qualifications:

RequiredEducation &Skillsets:

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  Ability to read,writeandcomprehendsimple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

  
  

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  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.

  
  

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  Ability to use a computer; including but not limited to manufacturing software.

  
  

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  Ability to communicate effectively withcoworkers andsupervisor.

  
  

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  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex multiple step instructions.

  
  

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  Ability to deal with problems and non-standardized situations with multiple variables.

  
  

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  Ability to work overtime ifrequiredto meet business demands.

  
  

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  Ability to understandoperationof machinerywith some mechanical abilities.

  
  

Preferred Education & Skillsets:

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  HighSchool Diploma or GED.

  
  

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  Prior manufacturing experiencepreferred.

  
  

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  1-3 months related work experiencepreferred.

  
  

Physical Demands:

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  Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

  
  

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  Be able to push or pull heavy objects up to 250 poundswith assist of pallet jacks.

  
  

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  Be able to work12-hourshifts.

  
  

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  Perform repetitive tasks.

  
  

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  Routinely stand, sit, hear, walk, and talk.

  
  

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  Reach, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, twist,and balance,sometimes in awkward or tight spaces.

  
  

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  Have good close vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

  
  

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  MeetMativcertification requirements tooperatePower Industrial Trucks.

  
  

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  PPE Requirements: Employeesare required towear Personal Protective Equipmentincludingsafety shoes (steel toe or composite toe), safetyglasses, bumpcaps, protectivegloves; when performing certain tasks, and hearingprotection,whenrequired.

  
  

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  Other personal protective equipment asrequiredfor certain tasks.

  
  

Work Environment:

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  Air Temperatures can range from cold to hot.

  
  

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  Theatmospheremaycontaindust, fumes,and odors.

  
  

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  May include mechanical, electrical, chemical,explosiveand radiation hazards.

  
  

Note:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,dutiesand skills requiredofthis position.