Machine Operator - Recycled Plastics Industries

RPI, LLC (Located in Green Bay, WI) and Highwood USA (Located in Tamaqua and Hazelton, PA) is a part of Premier Outdoor Living, an entrepreneurial manufacturer serving the outdoor furniture market with unique synthetic wood products.  The company has grown each year and continues to increase both its revenues and workforce.

Position Summary:  

We are seeking Machine Operators to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining extrusion machines, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe and clean work environment. We will train!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

·         Set up and operate extrusion machines to produce high-quality plastic products.

·         Monitor the production process and make necessary adjustments to ensure product quality and efficiency.

·         Perform regular maintenance on machines and equipment to ensure optimal performance.

·         Troubleshoot and repair machine issues as needed.

·         Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.

·         Maintain accurate production records and reports.

·         Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals.

·         Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and production efficiency

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as well as the ability to handle situations by working as a team.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         High school diploma or equivalent.

·         At least 2 years of experience operating machines.

·         Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

·         Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

·         Good communication and teamwork skills.

·         Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production targets.

·         Flexibility to work different shifts as needed.

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration.

Education and/or Experience 

·         High school diploma or equivalent.

·         At least 2 years of experience operating machines                                             

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to accurately compare color and pattern of products to quality control standards. The Extrusion Machine Operator will work in a manufacturing environment and will be required to stand for extended periods of time. The job may also involve exposure to loud noises, dust, and fumes. The candidate should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment. The job may require the candidate to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays. The company provides personal protective equipment and adheres to all safety protocols to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to occasionally loud and PPE is required. Appropriate hearing protection while in the plant is required as noise levels within the facility meet OSHA requirements for hearing protection equipment.. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. 

RPI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law.   This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.