Mill & Color Line Operator

Oldcastle APG; Poland (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in outdoor living solutions is seeking a Mill & Color Line Operator. This entry-level position involves operating machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing. Join a team that values safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and internal promotion

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.
• Good eye for material quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up Mill and Color Line for startup and changeover.
• Ensure product quality meets company standards.
• Maintain a clean working area.

Skills

Multitasking

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Skid-steer

Job description

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Job ID: 508101

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard hardscape, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal sands and sealant technologies.

**Job Summary**

The Mulch Mill/Color Line Operator plays a key role in achieving company goals by monitoring inputs between the GEM system and colorant scale, following product specific recipes, changing color totes, adjusting feed belt speeds, grinder RPMS, and making needed adjustments to ensure product meets company standards while working safely. This individual needs to have a good eye for material quality, strong ability to adhere to specific hands-on cleaning of equipment and work area. This individual will be responsible for preparing and operating equipment as well as shutting down machinery for cleanup. Must have good forklift and skid-steer operating skills. Due to the nature of this position, uniforms are provided.

**Job Responsibilities**

• Set up Mill and Color Line for startup and changeover, assemble and operate the machine for production, and shut down equipment for clean up
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Completion of production reports with good details: down times, paint usage, quality checks, etc.
• Cleaning is a large part of this position: rinsing partial color totes, cleaning paint nozzles, color lines, maintain a clean working area, disposing of waste, cleaning floor and around equipment.
• Ensure product quality meets company standards by weighing product, monitor machine settings, complete line check forms, and communicate with other departments
• Troubleshooting and problem solving when necessary (i.e. making adjustments to the machines)
• Maintain a clean working area, such as disposing of waste and cleaning floor
• Adhere to the Company's safety policies and procedures
• Work in other production areas as required
• Complete minor maintenance such as changing grinder tips, paddles, belt adjustments
• Assist with maintenance when needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

**Job Requirements**

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a dedication to quality and safety
• Working as part of a team, often with minimal supervision, while maintaining a positive and respectful workplace
• Abiding by company policies and procedures
• Ability to use critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to use arithmetic to perform production related calculations
• Previous experience operating a forklift.
• Previous experience operating a Skid-steer
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear
• The employee will be required to stand for extended periods of time
• The employee may frequently stand on their feet
• The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 65 lbs. from the ground level. The need to lift over 65 lbs. may arise from time to time – should this be the case; employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift
• The employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing - using steps and ladders, pushing pulling, stooping and reaching
  
  

**What CRH Offers You**

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
  
  

**About CRH**

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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