Extruder Operator

Pay: $22.45 + $1 shift differential.

Responsibilities: Adheres to compound schedule and current blend Sets up machine for production run Monitors equipment for any maintenance and safety issues Write and maintain accurate production reports Operates blender per schedule Confirms schedule and blend adherence Follow all Standard Operating Procedures Clean hoppers and pelletizer, gather materials, calculate formulas, and change screens as needed Monitor operation of machine for acceptable quality and standard production rates Conducts quality checks on produced resin Uses all required Personal Protective Equipment Maintains work area per safety and 5S standards Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications: Ability to read and write English Ability to climb ladders Must be able to work assigned shift Adhere to all company policies and safety rules High school diploma or equivalent mandatory Ability to obtain a Forklift license required Operate forklift when necessary Maintain production reports Competence with air guns and various machine controls Color vision required Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and receive direction from supervisor Must be able to distinguish quality defects Must be able to work under extreme heat conditions Must wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and all required Personal Protective Equipment

Company Benefits: • 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical Plans• Prescription (Rx) Insurance• Health Savings Account (HSA)• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans• Vision Insurance• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)• Health Care FSA• Dependent Care FSA• Company Paid Base Life Insurance• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance• Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)Insurance• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match• Voluntary Pet Insurance• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time• Paid Grandparent Leave• Paid Bonding Leave• Adoption Assistance• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.