Recycling Technician - (Machine Operator)

Socket.dev; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CNG, a company that owners, invites motivated candidates to join our manufacturing teams in Superior, Wisconsin. As a machine operator or technician, you will help feed the extrusion process, monitor pellets, and ensure quality while working a 15-day-per-month schedule on 12-hour nights (7:00pm–7:00am).

You'll maintain a clean, safe workspace, enter serial numbers, adhere to AIB and BRC standards, and participate in ongoing training to grow your career within our expanding network of facilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools.
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Improvement mindset and problem solving/criticalthinkingabilities.
• Ability to perform simple math.

Responsibilities

• Feed the machine with an adequate amount of scrap at all times.
• Check quality of the pellets being made.
• Monitor heat profiles on the Erema and pellet size, adjust as needed.
• Notify supervisors of factors impacting product quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area free of scrap, water, resin, shavings.
• Enter serial numbers of all gaylords or rolls fed into the machine.
• Manage daily housekeeping, maintenance, and safety paperwork.
• Comply with all AIB and BRC Standards.

Skills

12-hour shifts

Lifting up to 65 pounds

Measuring tools proficiency

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Pre-employment drug screening

Problem solving / critical thinking

Simple math

Job description

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact - because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From machine operators to maintenance technicians to quality inspectors, our teams help protect what matters most - making everyday life safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Schedule: Work only 15 days per month with our unique 2-2-3 schedule

• Work: Monday & Tuesday - Off: Wednesday & Thursday - Work: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
• Off: Monday & Tuesday - Work: Wednesday & Thursday - Off: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
• 12-hour static shifts (Nights - 7:00pm - 7:00am)

What You'll Do

• To feed the machine an adequate amount of scrap at all times.
• To check quality of the pellets being made.
• Monitoring the heat profiles on the Erema as well as the proper size of the pellet cut and adjusting when needed. Also needs to recognize when there is too much water inside the pellets, etc.
• To notify supervisors of any factors that may impact the quality of the product they are running
• To maintain a clean, safe work area. Free of loose scrap, water, resin, plastic shavings, etc.
• Basic computer skills to enter in the serial numbers of all gaylords or rolls that are being fed into the machine.
• Responsible for daily activities such as housekeeping, maintaining, and organizing a safe work environment, and any other paperwork.
• Comply with all AIB and BRC Standards

What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
• Improvement mindset and problem solving/criticalthinkingabilities
• Ability to perform simple math

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of plastic extrusion experience
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