Grinding Machine Operator

ADVANCED PLASTIFORM INCZebulon, NC
Onsite

About The Position

The Grinding Machine Operator runs machines that grind trimmed material into pellets and stages that material to be sent back to manufacturer for recycling.

Requirements

  • Basic skills in reading, writing and arithmetic are necessary
  • Ability to follow detailed work instructions
  • Good manual dexterity is necessary
  • Basic computer understanding
  • Knowledge of machinery
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

  • Previous machine operations experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Prior to operating, makes visual inspection of grinding machines for any apparent problem or maintenance issues
  • Labels each grinding machine with appropriate labels and visually confirms that the label on the “Gaylord” (extra heavy box) and the scrap are all matching
  • Ensures that there is a quality pallet under the Gaylord and that it can hold up to 1800 pounds of regrind material
  • With machine turned on, loads trimmed scrap pieces into the grinding chute, keeping hands from close proximity to the chute
  • Stays close to machine while operating to react in case machine gets jammed with scrap material
  • Ensures that the Safety Curtain stays in correct position to avoid throw back of materials out of chute
  • Follows safety procedures for change over to new materials; Lockout machine, blowing machine clean
  • Using pallet jacks, moves full gaylords of material to staging area to be sent back to manufacturer
  • Ensures that trimmed scrap coming into grinding area is labeled correctly
  • Complete water flotation testing, to ensure the gaylord is not contaminated.
  • Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures
  • Comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations
  • Other duties may be assigned as necessary

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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