Material Handler (12 Hour Nights)

M&M Industries•Chattanooga, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for maintaining proper materials and color at each of the injection presses, clearing any jams under presses and in conveying systems, and the general cleanliness of the assigned presses. Assists processors in changeovers and for grinding production scrap throughout the shift. This role involves a 12-Hour Night Shift from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM. The position offers training to advance into a future Processor level role.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Forklift Certification
Capacity to thrive in a team-oriented setting.
Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
Proficient in organizational capabilities.
Mechanical Aptitude.
Fundamental proficiency in mathematics.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word at an entry-level capacity.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED).
Over three years of hands-on experience in injection molding.

Responsibilities

Follow safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
Keep the color or material filled in each machine during your shift, assisting with optimized use of regrind and pelletized material.
May require use of manual pallet jack or forklift.
Responsible for color or material changes as requested by work orders.
Ensure materials are at proper blend ratios.
Remove any lids or pails from under or around machines, then record the rejects.
When done using colors or materials, reweigh and label the box.
Track any movement of materials with RF scanner to ensure inventory levels.
Clear empty gaylords off the floor.
Clean out any excess material and then remove all old labels.
Break down empty gaylords and take to designated holding area.
Responsible for keeping the work area clean and organized.