Pelletizing Operator (PFC)

POLYTEX FIBERS CORPORATION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

POLYTEX FIBERS CORPORATION in Houston, TX seeks a Palletizing operator in a full-time role. You will oversee palletizing machines, input data, perform quality checks, and ensure safety and housekeeping on the manufacturing floor.

The role requires familiarity with palletizing equipment, strong communication with teams, and the ability to troubleshoot and meet production goals while adhering to GMP/HACCP standards. Bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in plastic recycling and material.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, food safety, quality and housekeeping compliance.
• Conduct regular quality checks and meet standards.
• Monitor machine output and production quality.
• Troubleshoot minor operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Meet production goals and planned targets.
• Maintain awareness of material and process.
• Complete production reports accurately.
• Follow safety policies and sanitation regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Safety practices

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Team communication

Prioritization

Stress management

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Production management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Houston, TX 77041, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: General Labor, The operator for the Palletizing department is responsible for overseeing the palletizing machine condition and operation. Palletizers input data into the machine, perform quality checks, and adhere safety policies and housekeeping.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensures compliance regarding Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Good Housekeeping practices for all activities.
• Conduct regular quality checks and ensure to meet standards.
• Monitoring machine output.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or malfunctions that may arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
• Planned to meet production goals.
• Be vigilant of the material and process.
• Fill out production reports with accuracy and attention.
• Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
• Follows safety policies and sanitation regulations.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES

• Must have general knowledge of palletizing equipment principles.
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000:2005.
• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members, management, and other departments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant equipment policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth understanding of safety practices in plastic manufacturing.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and promoting a safety culture.
• Excellent ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Skill in coordinating resources to meet production deadlines.
• Skill in managing team stress during high-demand periods and ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Competence in using production management software and data analysis tools.

EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in plastic recycling and material.
• Bilingual.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).
• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, carrying.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.
• Good eyesight to inspect finished products for quality defects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.