Plastics Material Handler: Regrind & Changeover Pro

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Technical Material Handler to support fast-paced production. You will verify materials, manage silos, and ensure timely material changes to keep lines running smoothly.

Join a family-owned manufacturer focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. 12-hour shifts, opportunities to grow technical manufacturing skills, and a team-oriented environment await you.

Qualifications

• 6 months of material handling experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with regrind materials preferred.
• Ability to obtain Schaefer forklift certification.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds and work 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Verify materials and silos are assigned to production equipment.
• Review production schedules and prepare for material changes.
• Maximize regrind utilization while maintaining quality.
• Execute efficient color and material changes with minimal scrap.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain material loading systems.
• Support changeovers, housekeeping, and continuous improvement.
• Train new team members.

Skills

Material handling

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Forklift certification

Job description

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Technical Material Handler to support fast-paced production. You will verify materials, manage silos, and ensure timely material changes to keep lines running smoothly.

Join a family-owned manufacturer focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. 12-hour shifts, opportunities to grow technical manufacturing skills, and a team-oriented environment await you.