Plastic Compounder & Mixer Operator

Aesse Investments; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 79,572,931 - 87,681,484; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Comprehensive Benefits

Training and Development

Job summary

Aesse Investments in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a production operator to operate mixers, extruders, and related equipment to produce plastic compound pellets and powders. You will perform in-process quality testing and maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule, forklift operation, basic math and computer skills, and a strong team ethic. Competitive starting pay ranges from $27.77 to $30.60 per hour plus shift premiums, with opportunities for growth and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift driving experience preferred and basic math/computer skills.
• Lean Six Sigma and 5S experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up, tear down, adjust and operate mixers, extruders, and related equipment used to produce company products.
• Cross-check material to production orders.
• Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving staff as needed.
• Prepare WIP blends for production runs.
• Monitor production parameters and complete paperwork (production/quality reports, pallet tags).
• Perform changeovers and drain-outs.
• Perform in-process quality control tasks.
• Use forklift to move materials.
• Identify and interact with Maintenance on equipment malfunctions.
• Communicate issues to Team Leader and in daily communications meetings.
• Perform 5S duties to maintain a safe, orderly and clean work area.
• Requisition consumables as needed.
• Attend end-of-shift huddle (communication meeting).

Skills

Forklift driving experience

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Good problem solving skills

Good team skills

Lean Six Sigma experience

5S experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing experience

Compounding plastics experience

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Electrical tools

Job description

Aesse Investments in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a production operator to operate mixers, extruders, and related equipment to produce plastic compound pellets and powders. You will perform in-process quality testing and maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule, forklift operation, basic math and computer skills, and a strong team ethic. Competitive starting pay ranges from $27.77 to $30.60 per hour plus shift premiums, with opportunities for growth and