Mixer

Grimco • Manchester, NH

1d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mixer is responsible for preparing, blending, and supplying raw materials to extrusion lines according to job specifications. This role operates mixers, blenders, vacuums, augers, grinders, forklifts, and transfer equipment to ensure continuous material flow. Mixers reprocess scrap, close jobs, maintain clean work areas, and support safe, efficient production with a high level of accountability and ownership.

Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing
• Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to train
• Basic math skills for measurement and mixing formulas
• Ability to read job specifications and production documents
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness

Nice To Haves

• Experience in plastics, extrusion, mixing, or compounding
• Familiarity with grinders, vacuums, mixers, or transfer systems

Responsibilities

• Material Preparation & Mixing: Weigh, blend, and prepare polystyrene resin, regrind, colorants, and additives accurately. Operate mixers, blenders, bins, vacuum loaders, and transfer stations. Confirm correct materials and amounts before sending to extrusion lines. Keep bins filled and staged to support upcoming production runs.
• Supplying Material to Extrusion Lines: Provide material to the line consistently and without interruption. Monitor line material levels and replenish proactively. Communicate with line operators regarding changes, delays, or low material status. Troubleshoot flow issues such as blocked hoses, vacuum loss, auger jams, and tipper malfunctions.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate and maintain all mixing equipment. Daily visual checks on equipment functionality. Replacing broken hoses when maintenance is unavailable. Ensuring material paths are clear and unobstructed. Monitoring for leaks, worn parts, or unusual equipment behavior.
• Scrap Reprocessing: Collect scrap for reprocessing. Feed scrap/trim into grinder/regrind systems safely and correctly. Ensure scrap is free of contamination before processing. Confirm regrind percentages align with job specifications.
• Job Closing & Documentation: Track material used, scrap created, and leftover materials. Record resin, regrind, and additive consumption accurately. Report discrepancies in material usage to the supervisor. Close jobs in the system at the completion of each run.
• Cleaning & Housekeeping: Clean up spills immediately to maintain a safe environment. Blow down and vacuum mixers, blenders, vacuums, and surrounding areas daily. Rotate weekly: one mixer cleans the silo pit area thoroughly. Collect and band gaylord boxes. Stage unused materials for storage or next run.
• Safety Responsibilities: Operate forklifts and equipment in accordance with safety guidelines. Wear all required PPE at all times. Follow lockout/tagout procedures when clearing jams or performing equipment checks. Report spills, leaks, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions immediately. Maintain clear aisles and safe, unobstructed workspaces.
• Communication & Collaboration: Work closely with line operators, QC, and supervisors to maintain smooth production flow. Notify operators of delays, changes to material mix, or equipment concerns. Provide accurate updates during shift change handoffs. Communicate scrap issues, unusual material usage, or mixing inconsistencies.

Benefits

• Great hourly pay with night shift differential (additional 1.50/hour for night shift)
• Full benefits - medical, dental, vision (premiums haven't increased in 16+ years)
• 401K with profit sharing - 6% of total compensation
• Paid training program
• Paid parental leave, holidays, PTO rollover, and volunteer time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED