Cut and Scrape
About The Position
The Cut and Scrape position prepares used containers for treatment and helps ensure products meet quality standards. The employee cuts containers into manageable pieces, scrapes residue into an appropriate receptacle, washes the containers, and places cleaned pieces into a grinder. The role also involves documenting observations and checking products for quality compliance. Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing plant, sometimes in wet and humid conditions, with high noise and dust. Employees may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and fumes and work around moving mechanical parts. Required personal protective equipment includes safety footwear and eye, head, hearing, and hand protection.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 0–2 years of related experience.
- High initiative and self-motivation.
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, procedures, policies, guidelines, and other job-related materials.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to remain stationary, often sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
- Ability to move up and down inclines, slopes, steps, and platforms.
- Ability to maneuver and position oneself around operating equipment and machinery.
- Ability to operate powered and non-powered tools, equipment, production machinery, and office machinery.
- Ability to monitor and detect quality compliance or product defects.
- Ability to reach within hand and arm length, bend, and stoop.
- Ability to withstand manufacturing working conditions.
Responsibilities
- Prepare used containers for treatment.
- Cut used containers into manageable pieces using a saw.
- Safely scrape residue from the inside of used containers into an appropriate receptacle.
- Wash containers and place cleaned pieces into a grinder.
- Operate according to standard operating procedures.
- Adhere to environmental safety standards and follow safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Keep pace with production targets and deadlines while focusing on quality.
- Immediately notify management of machine shutdowns and repair needs.
- Properly store and maintain production tools and equipment after tasks are complete.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
