Blend Machines Operator- Plastics Industry

Woodland•Woodland, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prime Conduit, Inc. is hiring a Blend Plant Operator (B-Operator) for its manufacturing facility in Woodland. The operator runs blend plant equipment and helps ensure efficient production of quality conduit products. The role includes handling raw materials, checking and maintaining equipment, completing quality-related inspections, operating a forklift, and keeping the blend area clean and safe. The work schedule is a 12-hour shift with alternating two days on/two days off and three days on/three days off. Each 12-hour workday is paid as eight hours at the regular rate and four hours at overtime rates. The interview includes a four-part test lasting approximately 90 minutes.

Requirements

High school diploma and/or GED.
Strong working knowledge of computer application systems related to blend machine operations.
Ability to handle materials and equipment safely and responsibly.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to assess products for quality compliance.
Ability to learn, apply, and demonstrate required Standard Operating Procedures.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to read, speak, and understand verbal and written directions in English for safety purposes.
Physical ability and dexterity to climb silos and the blend tower and work in close quarters.
Ability to follow company policies and rules.
Ability to safely operate a forklift and obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Ability to wear and maintain required personal protective equipment.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, reach, lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds for prolonged periods during the assigned shift.
Manual dexterity to operate machinery and equipment and complete assigned tasks.
Visual and audible acuity to identify discrepancies in tools and equipment and perform assignments.
Ability to work in varied weather conditions and tolerate typical plant noise, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations.
Physical ability, coordination, and stamina to perform required job duties.

Responsibilities

Unload bulk railcars and bulk trucks.
Keep additive hoppers and silos supplied with raw material and read silos daily.
Check lines and feeders for leaks and ensure they remain in proper working condition.
Learn and use raw material and compound codes.
Assist with inventory and placement of incoming raw materials.
Care for and store materials and equipment used for blending and handling.
Complete railcar inspections according to Quality Control guidelines and the procedure manual.
Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, and obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Assist supervisors and the leadman when necessary.
Maintain cleanliness of the blend area.
Clean up hazardous materials using appropriate methods and place them in appropriate disposal containers.
Wear required safety equipment and work safely around machinery and coworkers.
Assess products for quality compliance and follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain an acceptable attendance, work, and safety record.
Perform additional duties as assigned or requested by the immediate supervisor.