Extruder Operator

Toter, LLC; Wendover Hills (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacation/Sick time

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Wastequip's Toter Brand is hiring for an Extrusion/Compounding Operator at our Statesville, NC location. This full-time role on 2nd shift (2:30 PM - 11:00 PM) offers health insurance, 401K, and paid vacation/sick time.

You will set up and run extrusion lines, monitor equipment, and ensure resin quality and output rates. Responsibilities include producing per schedule, maintaining accurate production reports, and adhering to safety and 5S standards while operating forklifts and related controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required and basic reading/writing in English.
• Able to climb ladders and perform shift work in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license and operate forklift as needed.
• Color vision and adherence to safety rules are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up and shut down extrusion lines for resin production.
• Monitor equipment for maintenance needs and safety issues during shifts.
• Write and maintain accurate production reports and logs.
• Perform quality checks and maintain 5S standards in work area.
• Clean hoppers, pelletizer, gather materials and change screens as required.

Skills

English literacy

Forklift license

Color vision

Safety compliance

Team communication

Heat tolerance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Machine controls

Air guns

Job description

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.ResponsibilitiesAdheres to compound schedule and current blendSets up machine for production runMonitors equipment for any maintenance and safety issuesWrite and maintain accurate production reportsOperates blender per scheduleConfirms schedule and blend adherenceFollow all Standard Operating ProceduresClean hoppers and pelletizer, gather materials, calculate formulas, and change screens as neededMonitor operation of machine for acceptable quality and standard production ratesConducts quality checks on produced resinUses all required Personal Protective EquipmentWrite and maintain accurate production reportsMaintains work area per safety and 5S standardsPerforms other incidental and related duties as required and assignedQualificationsAbility to read and write EnglishAbility to climb laddersMust be able to work assigned shiftAdhere to all company policies and safety rulesHigh school diploma or equivalent mandatoryAbility to obtain a Forklift license requiredOperate forklift when necessaryMaintain production reportsCompetence with air guns and various machine controlsColor vision requiredAbility to communicate effectively with coworkers and receive direction from supervisorMust be able to distinguish quality defectsMust be able to work under extreme heat conditionsMust wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and all required Personal Protective EquipmentCompany Benefits:• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical 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)About WastequipWastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.