Manufacturing Associate - Mixer (3rd Shift: 11pm to 7am)

Grimco; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay with night shift diff

Full benefits

401K with profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Grimco in Manchester, NH is hiring a Manufacturing Associate - Mixer to prepare, blend, and supply materials for extrusion lines. You will operate mixers, blenders, vacuums, augers, grinders, forklifts, and transfer equipment, ensuring smooth material flow and accurate reprocessing of scrap.

The position runs on a night schedule from 11pm to 7am with pay rates of $23.00-$27.00 per hour plus a $1.50/hour night shift differential. Full benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to train.
• Basic math skills for measurement and mixing formulas.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications and production documents.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, blend, and supply polystyrene resin, regrind, colorants, and additives accurately.
• Operate mixers, blenders, bins, vacuum loaders, and transfer stations to support extrusion lines.
• Monitor material levels, replenish proactively, and communicate changes or delays.
• Maintain equipment and perform daily checks; replace hoses and ensure clear material paths.
• Record material usage and close out jobs in the system at the end of each run.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and compliant with PPE and lockout/tagout policies.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

Forklift operation

Basic math

Read job specifications

Attention to detail

Job description

The Manufacturing Associate - Mixer is responsible for preparing, blending, and supplying raw materials to extrusion lines according to job specifications. This role operates mixers, blenders, vacuums, augers, grinders, forklifts, and transfer equipment to ensure continuous material flow. Mixers reprocess scrap, close jobs, maintain clean work areas, and support safe, efficient production with a high level of accountability and ownership.

Work Schedule: 11pm to 7am

Pay rate: $23.00-$27.00 per hour plus applicable Shift Differential from $1.50 per hour.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Material Preparation & Mixing
   • Weigh, blend, and prepare polystyrene resin, regrind, colorants, and additives accurately.
   • Operate mixers, blenders, bins, vacuum loaders, and transfer stations.
   • Confirm correct materials and amounts before sending to extrusion lines.
   • Keep bins filled and staged to support upcoming production runs.
2. Supplying Material to Extrusion Lines
   • Provide material to the line consistently and without interruption.
   • Monitor line material levels and replenish proactively.
   • Communicate with line operators regarding changes, delays, or low material status.
   • Troubleshoot flow issues such as blocked hoses, vacuum loss, auger jams, and tipper malfunctions.
3. Equipment Operation & Maintenance
   • Operate and maintain all mixing equipment.
   • Daily visual checks on equipment functionality
   • Replacing broken hoses when maintenance is unavailable
   • Ensuring material paths are clear and unobstructed
   • Monitoring for leaks, worn parts, or unusual equipment behavior
4. Scrap Reprocessing
   • Collect scrap for reprocessing.
   • Feed scrap/trim into grinder/regrind systems safely and correctly.
   • Ensure scrap is free of contamination before processing.
   • Confirm regrind percentages align with job specifications.
5. Job Closing & Documentation
   • Track material used, scrap created, and leftover materials.
   • Record resin, regrind, and additive consumption accurately.
   • Report discrepancies in material usage to the supervisor.
   • Close jobs in the system at the completion of each run.
6. Cleaning & Housekeeping
   • Clean up spills immediately to maintain a safe environment.
   • Blow down and vacuum mixers, blenders, vacuums, and surrounding areas daily.
   • Rotate weekly: one mixer cleans the silo pit area thoroughly.
   • Collect and band gaylord boxes.
   • Stage unused materials for storage or next run.
7. Safety Responsibilities
   • Operate forklifts and equipment in accordance with safety guidelines.
   • Wear all required PPE at all times.
   • Follow lockout/tagout procedures when clearing jams or performing equipment checks.
   • Report spills, leaks, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions immediately.
   • Maintain clear aisles and safe, unobstructed workspaces.
8. Communication & Collaboration
   • Work closely with line operators, QC, and supervisors to maintain smooth production flow.
   • Notify operators of delays, changes to material mix, or equipment concerns.
   • Provide accurate updates during shift change handoffs.
   • Communicate scrap issues, unusual material usage, or mixing inconsistencies.

Required

• Experience in manufacturing
• Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to train
• Basic math skills for measurement and mixing formulas
• Ability to read job specifications and production documents
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness

Preferred

• Experience in plastics, extrusion, mixing, or compounding
• Familiarity with grinders, vacuums, mixers, or transfer systems

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Attention to Detail: Ensures correct materials and contamination-free mixes.
• Extreme Ownership: Takes responsibility for material flow, spills, equipment issues, and regrind accuracy.
• Safety Awareness: Works in a manner that protects people, equipment, and product.
• Communication: Keeps operators and supervisors informed proactively.
• Organization: Maintains clean, efficient, well-labeled material areas.
• Reliability: Provides steady, uninterrupted material supply to production lines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly
• Stand and walk for long periods.
• Climb stairs and ladders to access mixers, vacuums, and bins.
• Bend, kneel, crouch, and reach while replacing hoses or clearing jams.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and box tippers requiring full range of motion.
• Work in warm, noisy environments near running extrusion lines and grinders.
• Perform repetitive lifting, twisting, and hose-handling motions.
• Stand on concrete flooring for extended periods.
• Perform silo pit cleaning, requiring sweeping, bending, shoveling, and moderate physical exertion.

WHAT WE BRING:

• Great hourly pay with night shift differential (additional 1.50/hour for night shift)!
• Full benefits - medical, dental, vision (premiums haven't increased in 18+ years, employee only coverage only $35.75/month)
• 401K with profit sharing - 6% of total compensation
• Paid parental leave, holidays, PTO with payout options, and volunteer time off