Processing Machine Operator (1st Shift) Jeannette, PA

Triumvirate; Jeannette, Northern (Westmoreland County, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Safety training

Job summary

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking an onsite Processing Machine Operator for our Pennsylvania recycling operation. The role reports to Production Supervisor and offers a base pay of $19.00/hour with potential to earn an additional $2.00/hour within the first year through a tier advancement program.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with safety-sensitive duties and extensive training. The operator will run shredders and grinders, assist with compounding equipment, and help sort plastics

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate large precision shop machinery.
• Strong aptitude in problem solving and process improvement.
• Demonstrate the ability to articulate problems and solutions.
• Demonstrate urgency and initiative with follow-through and professionalism.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively.
• Work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify and label different types of material properly.
• Use basic and power hand tools to remove unwanted metal and plastic from recycled plastics.
• Assist in sorting plastics for extrusion process.
• Adjust temperatures, screw speed and ram settings on compounder machines when material not melting properly.
• Regularly clean work area and tools.
• Work efficiently and productively.
• Develop understanding of OSHA regulations and Health and Safety Practices.
• Stand for 8+ hours per day and operate a forklift as required.
• Build cooperative relationships with coworkers.

Skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Shredders/Grinders operation equipment

Job description

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an (onsite) Processing Machine Operator for our Pennsylvania recycling operation. This position reports toProductionSupervisor. The pay rate for this position is $19.00/hr.and the schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm.

This position offers the opportunity to earn an additional $2.00 an hour within your first year of employment through our structured tier advancement program.

This safety sensitive, detail oriented, and highly motivated individual will be responsible for operating different types of shredders and grinders.They will also be working closely withcompounding (densifying)equipment.

Triumvirate Environmental provides leading organizations in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors with diverse services andexpertisetoassistthem with compliance management. At Triumvirate Environmental, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.

Triumvirate Environmental is committed to social responsibility, focusing on environmental protection, sustainable development, and improving access to education and healthcare. Through our products, services, and corporate initiatives, we strive to make a positive impact, going beyond compliance to promote social good. Our dedication to sustainability and ethical standards drives our long-term success and strengthens relationships with stakeholders.

• Identifyand labeldifferent typesof material properly.
• Use basic and power hand tools to remove unwanted metal and plastic from recycled plastics.
• Help drive sustainability by sortingdifferent typesof plastic and separating them to be used in the extrusion process.
• Identifywhen material is not melting properly,adjust temperatures, screw speed and ram settings as neededon compounder machines.
• Regular/Daily cleaning of work area andtools.
• Work efficiently and productively.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Stack material in a safe and efficient manner.
• Develop an understanding of OSHA regulations and Triumvirate’s Health and Safety Practices.
• Respect andbuild aworking relationship with co-workers.
• Must successfully complete on-the-job training.
• Ability to stand 8+ hours per day.
• Must be able tooperatea forklift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate large precision shop machinery.
• Strong aptitudeinproblem solving and process improvement.
• Demonstrate the ability to articulate problems and solutions.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and personal initiative related to problem resolution duties with follow-through and professionalism.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations
• Mustdemonstratea strong commitment to safety
• Collaborate effectively with team members
• Demonstrate openness to learning by adapting to new processes, incorporating constructive feedback, and taking initiative to develop skills andexpertise
• Must be able to lift50 poundsrepetitively.
• Ability to work overtime.
• This role is considered safety sensitive .
• Musthave a reliable form of transportation.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previousmanufacturing experience
• Manufacturing environment where hearing protection, safety glasses and steel toed boots arerequired.
• Large facility with approximately100,000 square feetof ground to cover.
• Seasonal variation in temperature and weather conditions.
• Frequent radio communication with operators and managers.
• Teamwork-centered atmosphere with over 100 employees.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!

Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you have a disability and need accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact us at https://www.triumvirate.com/contact or call us at 888-834-9697.The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget.

Pay Range

$19 - $19 USD

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Triumvirate Environmental’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.