Production Associate (REQ918)

Spartech•Salisbury, MD

25d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Salisbury – Spartech Team! The Salisbury facility manufactures one of the most diverse ranges of product among all of our Spartech locations. We are a leading supplier known for the highest standard of quality, cost competitiveness and innovation. Products coming out of the Salisbury Plant are used extensively in Building and Construction, Industrial, Consumer, and Transportation markets. Our products and prints are used in applications including Camouflage ATVs, RV interiors, custom labeling, car wraps, bumper stickers and much more! We are currently looking for associates to join our production teams to support our variety of customers. If you meet the qualifications and want to make a difference in a fast-paced environment with a company large enough to offer you room to grow but not so large you become “just a number”, and who has a large focus on safety and success, Spartech might be the ideal company for you!

Requirements

Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and product recipes/materials.
Must have mathematical skill to add, subtract, multiply and divide and the apply these skill to weights, measures of volume and distance.
Must effectively communicate in writing and verbally ,in English.
Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office.
Must have manual dexterity for hand tools of various types.
Must be able to drive fork lift.
Must have problem solving skills and some mechanical aptitude.
US High School diploma or GED equivalency
Six (6) months to one (1) year of industrial experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates & meets qualification on blending, packaging, weighing operations & fork lift.
Demonstrates team work in all phases of operation.
Sets up and starts all machines, checking all controls for adherence to mixing or packaging procedures.
Weighs ingredients to meet recipe specification and inserts into machinery.
Monitors production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Troubleshoots equipment and processing issues.
Operates machinery to mix, discharge or handle materials according to operating procedures.
Examines materials visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
May take samples of materials to lab for evaluations and instructions.
Refers issues/problems to lead/supervisor for disposition.
Performs all required machine cleaning
Completes and maintains all required computer inputs. Responsible for data integrity.
Documents work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.
Participates in training, retraining and continual improvement processes and methods.
Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
Supports the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company.
Follows all rules, laws and procedures related to HS&E , ISO and other regulations.
Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.