EXTRUSION/COMPOUNDING OPERATOR

Wastequip; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Extrusion/Compounding Operator to join their manufacturing team in Statesville. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment where you'll be responsible for setting up and monitoring extrusion lines to ensure the production of high-quality resin. The position comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation in the waste industry, where your contributions will help shape a brighter future.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacation/Sick time

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory for this role.
• Ability to operate a forklift and maintain production reports.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor extrusion lines to produce quality resin.
• Conduct quality checks and maintain accurate production reports.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Climbing ladders

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Quality defect identification

Ability to work under extreme heat conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Air guns

Job description

Wastequip'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.

We have open positions for the following shifts:

1st Shift 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

2nd Shift 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

3rd Shift 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM

$17.97/HR plus shift differential of $1.00 for 2nd and 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to compound schedule and current blend
• Sets up machine for production run
• Monitors equipment for any maintenance and safety issues
• Writes and maintains accurate production reports
• Operates blender per schedule
• Confirms schedule and blend adherence
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures
• Cleans hoppers and pelletizer, gathers materials, calculates formulas, and changes screens as needed
• Monitors operation of machine for acceptable quality and standard production rates
• Conducts quality checks on produced resin
• Uses all required Personal Protective Equipment
• 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 and Base Long-Term)
• 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 Wastequip

Wastequip 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.