Extruder Operator

Wastequip WRX; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Safety Equipment Provided

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Wastequip WRX in Statesville, NC is seeking an Extruder/Compounding Operator to set up, run and monitor extrusion lines to produce resin at the desired output. This 2nd shift role runs 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM with a base pay of $22.45 per hour plus a $1 shift differential.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a forklift license, and strong safety and reporting discipline. You will perform production reports, quality checks and adhere to 5S standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Forklift license is required.
• Ability to climb ladders and operate in an industrial environment.
• Must wear PPE and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up and shut down extrusion lines to produce resin at target output.
• Monitor equipment for maintenance and safety issues.
• Write and maintain production reports.
• Operate blender per schedule and check resin quality.
• Maintain clean work area following 5S standards.

Skills

Read and write English

Climb ladders

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Color vision

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

## Extruder OperatorApply: Statesville, NC: Posted Yesterday: R-101424**Job Description:**Job DetailsDescriptionWastequip'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.**2nd Shift:** 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM Mon - Fri.**Pay:** $22.45 + $1 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* Ability to climb ladders* 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**Company Benefits:**• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • Company Paid Base Life Insurance • Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Voluntary Pet Insurance • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)