Machine Attendant - Heavy

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC is seeking a Machine Attendant – Heavy to support daily production of plastic products. The role is hands-on, fast-paced, and requires strong attention to detail, safe work habits, and the ability to match machine cycle times.

As part of a manufacturing team, you will handle trimming, stamping, assembling, and inspecting parts, while maintaining quality and accurate production documentation. Commitment to reliability and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Injection molding experience is helpful but not required.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Trim flash and remove sprue from molded parts according to quality standards.
• Hot stamp, imprint, assemble, and finish products per customer specifications.
• Inspect parts throughout the shift to ensure quality requirements.
• Document inspections on the In-Process Inspection Log every 30 minutes, or as directed.
• Assist with first-piece inspections and notify supervisor of any non-conforming product.
• Make adjustments in the Plantstar System for rejects or production activity.
• Complete documentation and product control processes accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Follow safety procedures, work instructions, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with training new employees as needed.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality, ready to start on time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Steady pace with machine cycles

Ability to follow instructions

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Dependable and safety-focused

Adaptability to production needs

Job description

At Schaefer Plastics, we manufacture industry-leading solutions and drive responsible practices towards a sustainable future for generations to come. As a family-owned company since 1937, we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high-quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. Our customers and their satisfaction are paramount to our business; we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations at every turn.We are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Our dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth, making us an ideal employer for career advancement.

Job Summary

The Machine Attendant – Heavy supports daily production by trimming, inspecting, stamping, assembling, and preparing plastic products, including tubs, totes, waste containers, and related molded parts. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, requiring strong attention to detail, safe work habits, and the ability to keep pace with machine cycles and production requirements.

The scheudle will be a 2-2-3, 7pm - 7am shift or 7a - 7pm shift

• Trim flash and remove sprue from molded parts according to quality standards.
• Hot stamp, imprint, assemble, and finish products based on customer order specifications.
• Inspect parts throughout the shift to ensure products meet quality requirements.
• Document inspections on the In-Process Inspection Log every 30 minutes, or as directed.
• Assist with first-piece inspections and notify the Supervisor or Lead of any non-conforming product or production concerns.
• Make required adjustments in the Plantstar System to account for rejects or production activity, as instructed.
• Complete all required documentation and product control processes accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with training new employees as needed.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable attendance and punctuality, including being prepared to begin work at the scheduled start time and limiting unscheduled absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business and production needs.

Education and Experience

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior injection molding experience is helpful, but not required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to maintain a steady work pace equal to machine cycle time.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
• Ability to work well with Leads, Supervisors, Quality, and other team members.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and willing to learn.
• Ability to adapt to changing production needs and priorities.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, production equipment, and varying temperatures.

The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time; use hands to handle, grip, and feel objects; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, talk, see, and hear. The employee must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently. The employee must also be able to roll products weighing up to 450 pounds using proper equipment and safe work methods.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Schaefer Plastics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC collects and uses the personal information you provide during the application and recruiting process to evaluate your qualifications, communicate with you, schedule interviews, make hiring decisions, and, if selected, complete offer and onboarding activities. Applicant information may include your resume, contact information, work history, education, skills, interview notes, references, and other information you choose to provide or that is needed for the position. Please do not submit sensitive personal information irrelevant to the role, such as Social Security numbers, banking information, medical information, copies of identification, or other unnecessary personal documents, unless specifically requested at the appropriate stage of the hiring process. Your information will only be shared with individuals who have a legitimate need to know for recruiting and hiring purposes, such as Human Resources, recruiters, hiring managers, interview participants, and approved service providers or systems used in the recruiting process. Applicant information will not be forwarded to other departments, locations, or legal entities, or considered for unrelated future openings unless permitted by law or you have provided the required consent. Applicant records will be retained only as long as necessary for recruiting, legal, compliance, and recordkeeping purposes, and then deleted or destroyed in accordance with applicable retention requirements. If we would like to keep your information on file for future opportunities, we will request your consent where required.

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