Technical Material Handler (Plastics Manufacturing)

SCHAEFER PLASTICS NA•Lodi, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Material Handler performs quality checks, makes necessary adjustments to process equipment and re-grinds materials. Schaefer Plastics is a family-owned company since 1937, committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high-quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. They are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Their dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Six months of previous material handler experience in a manufacturing environment
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain a company forklift certificate
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to successfully complete the material handler training program
Ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule, including 12-hour rotating day/night shifts and overtime hours

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of re-grind preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures the forklift is fully operational and safe to operate by performing a daily safety inspection.
Checks machines to verify correct materials are being used and the proper silos are assigned to each machine.
Reviews production schedule for color and material changes.
Utilizes the maximum amount of re-grind without negatively impacting quality.
Prepares materials for efficient changeover.
Plans color changes and executes with minimal scrap.
Ensures adequate quantities of re-grind are in machines for processing.
Removes unused re-grind from the production area, weighs it, tags it, and stores it.
Removes and cleans vacuum filters daily.
Utilizes metal Gaylords and dumper.
Tears down and cleans all hoppers, both volume metric and weigh scale.
Troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates loading systems.
Performs quality checks at prescribed intervals to ensure proper color usage.
Adjusts process equipment to maintain and improve product quality.
Ensures containers of reground material are clearly and properly labeled and stored.
Assists in training new employees.
Maintains work area in a neat, clean, and safe condition.