Material Handler (Resin/Plastics)
About The Position
We are currently seeking a motivated and dependable Dayshift Material Handler to join our manufacturing team in a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently. If you enjoy being hands-on, supporting production processes, and working with a positive, team-oriented group, this is a great opportunity for growth and long-term development. The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring all production equipment is supplied with the proper materials to support manufacturing. This includes retrieving materials throughout the plant, mixing materials and colorants, maintaining hopper levels, and ensuring FIFO (First In, First Out) and accurate material identification standards are followed. Strong organizational skills, forklift experience, and excellent attendance are critical to success in this role. You will also provide excellent service to both internal and external customers while supporting all operational processes and procedures.
Requirements
- Previous material handling experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Forklift experience required
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow formulas and manufacturing procedures
- Excellent attendance and reliability
- Strong communication skills
- Highly motivated with a positive, team-oriented attitude
Responsibilities
- Load, unload, and move materials within the plant to support manufacturing
- Retrieve and stage materials as needed for production
- Communicate with the Shift Supervisor regarding pending mold and color changes
- Record start and finish times on work orders
- Maintain material levels in supply hoppers, shot hoppers, and dye loaders
- Complete color and resin changes as required
- Operate material mixers to combine materials and colorants according to formula
- Maintain proper regrind ratios and mix virgin and regrind materials appropriately
- Empty grinder drawers regularly and clean grinders as required
- Check material levels in hoppers and gaylords; refill as necessary
- Pre-dry materials as needed and schedule drying times
- Operate material dryers and ensure they are functioning properly
- Ensure vacuum systems are effectively loading materials into hoppers
- During job changes: Ensure all grinding from the previous job is completed Clean grinders, hoppers, and dryer filters Set up auxiliary equipment Blow off material from press
- Maintain housekeeping standards in accordance with company guidelines
- Assist Shift Supervisors, Quality Inspectors, Operators, and Die Setters as needed
- Communicate and coordinate manufacturing requirements across shifts
- Provide support to other Manufacturing Floor Associates as required
- Occasionally travel to another building on the same street
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
