Material Handler

Tenn-Tex Plastics, Inc.; Colfax (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenn-Tex Plastics, Inc. in Colfax, NC is hiring for a production operator responsible for feeding raw plastics into machines, measuring and mixing materials, monitoring inventory, and maintaining equipment to ensure continuous production.

You will move materials, load and unload products, verify proper labeling, and follow all safety procedures. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, or plastics experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately measure and mix raw materials.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Service production machines with raw plastic materials as needed.
• Identify, measure, and mix raw materials according to established specifications.
• Monitor material levels and replenish materials to support continuous production.
• Clean and maintain hoppers, grinders, dryers, and related equipment.
• Move raw materials, supplies, and finished goods throughout the facility using approved material handling methods.
• Transport finished products to designated warehouse and staging areas.
• Verify materials and products are properly identified and stored.
• Assist with inventory organization and material control activities.
• Cover machine operator breaks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and operating guidelines.
• Assist with additional production support activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Measuring and mixing materials

Material handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tenn-Tex Plastics, Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—and is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. In this role, you will play a critical part in supplying raw materials, transporting finished goods, and supporting efficient production operations throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Service production machines with raw plastic materials as needed.
• Identify, measure, and mix raw materials according to established specifications.
• Monitor material levels and replenish materials to support continuous production.
• Clean and maintain hoppers, grinders, dryers, and related equipment.
• Move raw materials, supplies, and finished goods throughout the facility using approved material handling methods.
• Transport finished products to designated warehouse and staging areas.
• Verify materials and products are properly identified and stored.
• Assist with inventory organization and material control activities.
• Cover machine operator breaks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and operating guidelines.
• Assist with additional production support activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Core Competencies

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and productivity focus.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and workplace safety.
• Dependability with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, or plastics experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately measure and mix raw materials.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30k employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.