Grinder Operator 6:00 pm - 6:00am

Tangent Technologies, LLC • Montgomery, IL

99d

About The Position

The Grinding Operator at Tangent plays a vital role in our sustainability efforts by operating machinery to grind plastic scrap into reusable materials. Their work will contribute to reducing waste and promoting environmentally responsible practices. The grinding equipment must be prepped, continuously fed material, and cleaned safely.

Requirements

• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines.
• Authorization to work in the US.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrate punctuality and consistent attendance.
• Availability to work on holidays and at least every other weekend is required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Previous experience in machine operation or a similar role is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Previous experience in machine operation or a similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding machinery to process plastic scrap efficiently and safely.
• Lift and lower boxes of plastic scrap to feed into the grinder. Ensure a constant flow of material into the grinding machine, avoiding overloading or underfeeding.
• Manage machine functions by operating the control box and optimizing grinding process settings for flow and speed.
• Conduct routine maintenance to keep the equipment running smoothly and maintain a clean work area by regularly sweeping and tidying up debris.
• Assemble and bag boxes for ground material. Identify unusable or dirty boxes and take measures to clean or discard them.
• Select and sort materials by color before feeding.
• Continuously check the conveyor belt for Metal, Oversized Scrap, and Contaminants, promptly removing any obstructions.
• Conduct saw cutting for larger scrap materials as needed.
• Maintain a daily log, including data entry of job start and finish times, machine downtimes, and any significant issues encountered during operations.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED