Grinder Operator

JM Eagle•Fontana, CA

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Grinder Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring PVC scrap grinders and pulverizers to process raw and recycled materials. Key duties include feeding material into equipment, overseeing grinding and pulverizing operations, and separating processed material into designated containers for regrind and pulverized output. The role also requires maintaining accurate production paperwork, including material logs and daily reports. This position works 12‑hour rotating shifts.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Forklift experience required.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
Ability to apply basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to solve practical problems and work with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram and schedule‑based instructions.
Adequate sight, hearing, and use of limbs to safely operate powered vehicles (forklifts, sweepers, cars, pickups).
Ability to visually distinguish product identification, warning indicators, and operational signals.
Ability to hear and differentiate between warning alarms and normal operating sounds.
Ability to visually verify accuracy and neatness of assigned tasks.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for tasks such as operating, cleaning, or packaging equipment and products.
Ability to maintain balance and body equilibrium when walking, standing, or crouching, even with limited supervision.
Ability to verbally communicate in person or by telephone to complete job requirements.
Ability to clearly hear and understand verbal communication in person or by telephone.
Ability to see and understand written communication.
Ability to lift or handle objects up to 50 pounds safely and request assistance when exceeding that limit.
Ability to walk through, under, and around equipment with a minimum 30‑inch clearance.
Ability to operate telephones and calculators as required.
Ability to feel objects, textures, size, shape, and temperature using fingertips.
Ability to grasp and safely use manual and powered tools (power saws, drills, hammers, presses, latches, etc.).
Adequate sight capability to safely operate machinery and tools at arm’s length.

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain work area in compliance with THM standards.
Operate grinder machinery to grind PVC pipe.
Operate PVC scrap grinder and pulverizer equipment.
Handle and separate materials; fill containers with regrind and pulverized material.
Maintain accurate production records and complete required paperwork.
Operate a forklift and maintain current forklift certification.
Assist with set‑ups, changeovers, cleaning, painting equipment, sweeping, and general housekeeping.
Handle, sort, and store materials and supplies.
Use safe work practices at all times and report hazardous conditions immediately.
Complete required reports and documentation.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.
Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical issues promptly.
Assist maintenance personnel during minor repairs or adjustments.
Ensure proper labeling and storage of processed materials.
Assist with inventory counts, material tracking, and inventory organization.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.