Operator B Rebond

Carpenter Canada Co.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Grinding Operator on 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm) at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant.

The position involves cutting open bales of trim & scrap foam, transporting foam with a squeeze forklift, operating grinding equipment, and stacking trim bales while meeting production and quality standards. Pay ranges from $24.64 to $25.71 per hour, plus $2.00 per hour shift differential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Machine operator experience required.
• Forklift experience and certification preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
• Basic computer experience and SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding equipment to process foam.
• Transport foam using squeeze forklift into grinding hopper.
• Cut and manage bales and store finished product.
• Record grinding weights and maintain grinding log.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Work overtime and flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Machine operator

Basic math & literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Grinding Operator on 2nd shift [2:00pm - 10:00pm] at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for cutting open bales of trim & scrap foam, using a squeeze forklift to transport foam into a grinding hopper, operating the grinding equipment, and stacking trim bales in the storage area while meeting production and quality standards for the department. The hourly pay rate for this position is $24.64 to $25.71. Plus there is an additional $2.00 per hour for working 2nd shift hours.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate both verbally and written with the department and supervisor. This position will also involve proper set up of materials and equipment to produce a product that meets customer specifications and company standards.

Additional responsibilities of the Grinding Operator will include:

• Wear all necessary personal protective equipment: Face shield, long sleeves, cut resistant sleeves and gloves, etc.
• Ability to stand/walk and look upward for long periods of time.
• Forklift certified or ability to be forklift certified.
• Operate forklift to pick up or move materials and will pull raw materials from inventory/stock area.
• Communicate effectively and work well with others.
• Will stagger breaks with co-workers and work flexible hours including overtime.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to record grinding weights, maintain grinding log, monitor and make adjustments to the storage bins ensuring accurate amounts of foam.
• Empty scrap metal in outside storage bin.
• Ensure correct material is being put into bins.
• Use band cutters to cut bands that are sometimes buried in bales and difficult to cut that weigh approximately 6 lbs.
• Use bolt cutters to cut wires.
• Will clean the grind area and maintain value of order.
• Ability to lift and maneuver foam weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Overtime work may be necessary due to production needs.

Skills/ Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree Required.
• Two years manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Machine operator experience required.
• Forklift experience and certification preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Basic Computerexperience required and SAP preferred.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug tests on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package includingexcellent health insurance,generous profit sharing plan,and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offertuition reimbursementto our employees after 1 year of service. Our Elkhart Branch employees average over 10 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

UKG Some Knowledge

SAP Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

2 years: Manufacturing and machine operation

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
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