Infeed Material Operator

Pactiv Evergreen•Bedford Park, IL

37d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Blender Systems Material Operator/Extruder Helper Operator - HIRING IMMEDIATELY - Bedford Park, IL Summary:Services flow of material to extruders for processing by performing the following duties. Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [email protected]. Novolex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law. Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Must have basic math skills
Must be able to work 30' off the ground
Must have good communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with people at all levels within the organization
Must have the ability to lift 50 - 75 lbs occasionally as job demands
Must have ability to work standing or walking, in a hot environment, for 12 hours with appropriate breaks.

Responsibilities

Responsible for operating and troubleshooting all material blending systems.
Responsible for cleaning all material system filters, socks and canisters.
Responsible for monitoring regrind usage, assisting with grinding scrap sheet, and making adjustments based on departmental goals.
Responsible for maintaining material flow to all machines within your area of responsibility.
Complete all required paperwork.
Identify and properly label all materials put into gaylords for later use.
Maintain material hoses; replacing when necessary.
Maintain housekeeping of all blender mezzanines, silo room, compressor area and back aisle up to the railroad tracks.
Clean silo access rooms.
Write work orders for items in need of repair.
Communicate with following shift and operators.
Follow company safety procedures and policies.
Perform company safety procedures and policies.
Perform all other assigned duties.