Wilbert Plastic Services 2nd Shift Material Handler

Wilbert Plastic Services; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plastics industry is seeking a 2nd Shift Material Handler to support production operations. The role involves managing raw materials, operating machinery, and ensuring a safe and organized work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in machine operation and material management, contributing to efficient production processes.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in operating plastic molding machines.
• Ability to work with raw materials and maintain inventory.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Tend to plastic molding machines and prepare raw materials.
• Assist with production schedules and material movements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.

Skills

Material Management

Machine Operation

Forklift Operation

Safety Protocols

Job description

Wilbert Plastic Services 2nd Shift Material Handler

Apply locations

White Bear Lake, MN

Time type

Full time

Posted on

Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id

JR0000034948

Company

WILBERT INC

As part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be engaged in meaningful work, leading at all levels, and striving for excellence. We are committed to making a positive impact, offering diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering an empowering culture.

Job Description

Responsible for tending plastic molding machines, such as injection molding or thermoforming, to ensure raw materials are prepared and available to meet production schedules. Assist with the removal and clean-up of raw materials after production.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of workstations before starting production.
• Study production schedules to determine material and product requirements, movements, and deliveries.
• Move stock to and from staging and production areas, manually or using equipment like forklifts.
• Bring raw materials to press locations for color changes and mold changes.
• Stage materials in dryers ahead of mold changes to reduce downtime.
• Identify all staged materials for production.
• Obtain necessary packaging supplies and components.
• Maintain raw material supplies, including concentrates, to ensure they stay full.
• Return unused or unnecessary materials to staging or the gate, and assist with workstation cleanup.
• Notify technicians and quarantine contaminated or questionable materials.
• Set up grinders for scrap reclamation and oversee scrap grinding.
• Move auxiliary equipment as needed.
• Assist in mold setups during loading and unloading.
• Move finished products to staging once quality checks are complete.
• Ensure all unused packaging and materials are correctly identified and returned after jobs.
• Manage scrap gaylords, moving full ones from the work center.
• Lead machine cleanup efforts, ensuring raw materials are not damaged or contaminated.
• Properly scan raw materials, components, WIP, and finished goods for movement documentation.
• Maintain filters, dryers, ovens, vacuum stations, and grinders.
• Assist with inventory preparation and counting.
• Recordkeeping related to inventory and lot traceability.
• Perform routine inspections of forklifts and report repairs.
• Operate forklift and other equipment safely.
• Observe safety protocols and keep the work area clean and organized.

Pay Range: $17.76 - $26.64

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more.

Following a conditional offer, candidates will complete additional screening as required by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations during the application process, contact [e-mail] with the position title and location.