Resin Extrusion Operator (1st or 3rd Shift)

Stryten Manufacturing; City of Niagara Falls (NY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryten Energy in Niagara Falls, NY is seeking a Resin Operator to safely and efficiently run extruding machines, produce reprocessed material, and manage material storage and procurement in line with company specifications. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long shifts, plus forklift and skid steer operation training.

Shifts include 1st (7am–3pm) and 3rd (11pm–7am) with starting pay at $22.36/hr plus $0.50/hr differential for the 3rd shift;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• General verbal, written and math skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand up twelve hours a day.
• Self-motivated.
• Forklift Driver Training Program completion.
• Drive forklift and/or skid steer as needed.
• Work outside in the elements when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate extruding machine.
• Remove reprocessed material for molded product.
• Act as Relief Operator when required.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Supply chips and regrinds to all extruders.
• Unload chip deliveries via skid steer into holding bins.
• Store and procure material to be extruded.
• Store reprocessed material in proper locations.
• Maintain sufficient supply of gaylords, pallets, plastic bags and other material.
• Follow all safety requirements.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack; obtain certification.

Skills

Verbal & written

Math skills

Material handling

Lift 50 lbs

Stand 12 hrs

Forklift training

Skid steer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Job description

Overview

Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.

A Resin Operator is responsible for the safe and efficiency operation of extruding machines producing reprocessed material for molded product in line with quantity and quality standards set by company specifications. Also responsible for storing and procuring material to be extruded, storing reprocessed material in proper locations, and maintaining a sufficient supply of gaylords, pallets, plastic bags and other necessary production-related material. Performs other related tasks as required. Additionally follows all safety rules, wears all required personal protective equipment and keeps work areas clean.

Starting pay rate is $22.36 per hour plus $.35 shift differential for 2nd shift

1st shift position: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3pm

2nd shift position: Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11pm

To protect your health, you will be required to wear a respirator which requires you to be clean shaven.

Responsibilities

• Operate extruding machine
• Remove reprocessed material for molded product
• Act as Relief Operator when required
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
• Complete required paperwork
• Supply chips and regrinds to all extruders
• Unload chip deliveries via skid steer into holding bins in a timely manner.
• Store and procure material to be extruded
• Store reprocessed material in proper locations
• Maintain a sufficient supply of gaylords, pallets, plastic bags and other necessary production-related material
• Work on special projects as required
• Follow all safety requirements
• Operate forklift and pallet jack
• Achieve forklift certification
• Achieve Skid steer certification
• Perform Quality Auditor duties as trained
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including completing a fit test for a respirator. (Following and maintaining facial hair guidelines)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• General verbal, written and math skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand up twelve (12) hours a day.
• Self-motivated.
• Successfully complete a Forklift Driver Training Program.
• Must be able to bend, push, pull and twist to move gaylords of material, chips, and repro to various workstations.
• Must be able to shovel, sweep, or otherwise move material and equipment as needed.
• Detailed understanding of Extruding Machine Operation.
• Must be able to drive forklift and/or skid steer as needed throughout the day.
• Must be able to work outside in the elements as needed throughout the year.

EEO

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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About Our Company

Stryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company’s portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications. Learn more at www.stryten.com.