Reprocessing Operator

Mativ; Greenfield (MA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid vacation and personal time off

Employee assistance programs — 24/7

Descripción de la vacante

Mativ is seeking a Reprocessing Operator to set up, start, and maintain the pelletizer line in our Greenfield, MA facility. You will handle forklift material movements, read production packets, and ensure pellet quality meets specs throughout each shift.

The role requires basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to learn multiple software tools (PDE database) while adhering to safety protocols. Overtime may be needed based on production needs.

Formación

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• 1–3 years production experience desirable.
• Experience with dies and extruders is desirable.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and data.

Responsabilidades

• Set up pelletizer and start-up line within specifications.
• Operate forklift to move materials.
• Read and interpret reprocessing documentation and orders.
• Perform pre-operation safety checks and follow lock-out procedures.
• Data entry of production data into PDE database.
• Attend shift meetings and train other operators as needed.
• Load materials and prepare pallets for shipment.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

Data entry

Reading and interpreting instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math and calculation

Educación

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Herramientas

PDE database

Dies and extruders experience

Vacuum system

Descripción del empleo

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, the Reprocessing Operator sets up, starts up and maintains reprocessing production machinery to support the production department and the waste stream management goals of the company while maintaining conformance with customer specifications.

R esponsibilities:

Specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• P erform all functions and duties of a Granulator Operator when needed.

Operate a fork truck and or hand truck bringing materials to and from the warehouse.

Conduct a shift exchange with incoming pelletizer operator, explaining issues during shift and discussing upcoming orders.

Perform pre-operation checklist to ensure safety.

Read and interpret reprocessing paperwork including, but not limited to, sales orders, production notes, customer specifications, process condition sheets and set-up sheets.

Follow oral and written instructions.

Set up Pelletizer using previously determined guidelines and specifications.

Start-up Pelletizer and maintain the line within specification.

Inspect running material and take pellet samples from water bath to check for quality of pellets.

Accurately weighs and records material.

Make tooling changes and adjustments to machinery with little or no supervision (e.g. cleaning screws).

Data entry into computer to include tracking of machine time, total pelletized per shift, etc.

Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.

Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of pelletizer and reprocessing department.

Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, gaylords, boxes, and shelves via forklift or by hand.

Load resins into blenders, dryers and hoppers by hand or with assistance from vacuum system.

Prepare skids, barrels, and kegs for return to warehouse, ensuring that all products are packaged as per specification with proper labels and material details.

Attend bi-weekly shift meeting.

May be required to train other Operators.

Follow all safety and lock-out procedures associated with the pelletizer and its operation.

Participate in PPI Practical Process Improvement Activities to continuously improve operations.

Any and all other duties assigned

Q ualifications:

Required Education & Skillsets: (This should be a specific and REQUIRED list)

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

One to three years production experience is desirable.

Experience with dies and extruders is desirable.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence.

Ability to communicate effectively with workers, supervisors, managers, and customers as required.

Ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply with the aid of a calculator.

Ability to perform complex calculations that include but are not limited to fractions and decimals.

Basic computer skills are required. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, data entry of reprocessing materials and production into PDE database.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex multiple step instructions.

Ability to deal with non-standardized situations with multiple variables.

Mechanically inclined, attention to detail.

Position may require overtime based on business needs.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to quickly learn various software programs that aid in work completion.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand (for a 12 hour shift); walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

• The employee is frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds from the floor to waist height. Employee is limited to lifting not more than 60 pounds to a height of their knuckles (measured when the arms are extended at their sides). Average weight is 40 pounds. Could lift 48 – 65 40 lb kegs per day totaling approximately 1900-2600 pounds per day.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Occasionally climb and balance.

Frequent bending is required.

Must be able to push or pull material handling equipment loaded with raw materials or finished product.

Must be physically able to operate a forklift and pallet jack.

The employee is occasionally required to smell.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Temperatures range from normal to extremely hot.

Atmosphere will contain dust, fumes, and odors.

Special hazards include mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, and radiation.

Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrations.

Environment is moderately loud.

Protective clothing/equipment required could include, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toed boots, protective gloves, and other personal protective equipment.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Mativ, our benefits reflect how much we value and care for each other. We know that employees and their families have unique needs, so our comprehensive benefits offer flexibility, quality, and affordability. Here are just a few of the ways we support your well-being and that of your loved ones:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
• Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
• Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

The starting rate for this role is $26.25 per hour

ABOUT MATIV

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company’s two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers’ products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.

Mativ and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.