Resin Material Handler 2:50 pm to 11 pm

Silgan Plastics; Apopka (KY, FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency in the blending area. This role involves monitoring equipment, coordinating material needs, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess strong teamwork and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact production quality and team success, while enjoying opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate and influence team members for safety.
• Proactive error correction and schedule adherence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in the blending area and equipment.
• Coordinate with warehouse for material needs based on production.
• Monitor blending system for consistent material use.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Forklift certification

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read BOM

Job description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Housekeeping: Keep blender area dust-mopped; work areas must stay clean and safe around equipment. Areas should be free of oil spills and contaminants.

Vacuum material off machines after purge; clean oil pans, filters, and magnets on blending system and dryers.

Clean assigned lines for weekly housekeeping inspection.

Review daily schedule, verify material usage against BOM specifications for colors, resin, additives, and percentages.

Record and sign activity logs for material usage and online start-up/shutdown sheets.

Monitor blending system for consistent use of regrind and color; check hopper windows to prevent material shortages.

Coordinate with warehouse for material needs based on production schedule.

Set up blending system for color, regrind, and resin; ensure materials are ready at line for startups.

Understand LR systems and adhere to system manuals for operation and troubleshooting.

Verify each Gaylord or barrel of color/regrind is covered and tagged.

Weigh, tag, and stage End of Run materials; notify supervisor if contamination is detected.

Weigh and tag full gaylords of regrind and chunks, place in staging area.

Perform changeovers following line clearance procedures; label barrels properly; clean and vacuum equipment.

Disassemble and stack emptied gaylords; recycle cardboard in the compactor.

Report equipment repairs via maintenance work order.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective communication and motivation skills.
• Good safety, attendance, and job performance record.
• High quality and quantity of work.
• Knowledge of plant procedures and equipment.
• Proactive error correction, responsibility, and schedule adherence.
• Respect for team ideas and contributions.

SKILLS:

• Ability to motivate and influence team members for safety.
• Teamwork and effective communication skills.
• Job task assessment and prioritization.
• Forklift certification.
• Mechanical aptitude for using basic tools.
• Ability to read and understand BOM.

Preferred:

• Fluent in English reading, writing, and communication.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Read fractions on rulers.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Dependability and good attendance.
• Pass written and visual assessments.
• Stand or work for 8 hours; work overtime as needed.
• Lift at least 50 lbs; move up to 2000 lbs with equipment.
• Continuous bending, reaching, twisting, standing, walking.
• Climb ladders; perform general math skills.

Limitations and Disclaimer (Non-Canada): The description outlines general duties; not exhaustive. Modifications may be made for disabilities. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as needed. Employment remains at-will. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace.

Limitations and Disclaimer - Canada: Similar to above, with accommodations for disabilities and compliance with provincial laws. Employment can be ended at employer's discretion. Silgan promotes equal opportunity and is drug-free.