Operator Lead - NL

Lead Operator of shredding, grinding, extruding, and pelletizing equipment in the manufacturing of recycled polyethylene (PE).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure that all required administrative forms associated with the recycle process are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
• Keep all machine settings within the Standard Operating Condition parameters provided.
• Ensure the recycle line is run within recommended safety and operating characteristics.
• Keep correct scrap material feeding on the in-feed belt for proper coloration and physical properties.
• Maintain 5S in the work areas at all times.
• Ensure the scheduled output production rates are achieved, and reported on the required form.
• Report non-conforming product to management immediately.
• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance to the equipment as required and document accordingly.
• Demonstrate good teamwork by assisting/training co-workers as needed, or as directed by your Supervisor.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.

High School Diploma or GED

• User knowledge of basic computer functions.
• Problem solving skills and ability to trouble shoot process related issues in a timely manner.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for a 12‑hour shift.
• Ability to bend, squat, stand and pull.
• Ability to wear and operate safety equipment (earplugs and safety glasses).
• Ability to read printed data from reports, as well as computer screen.

• All the Insurance coverage you’d expect including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, 401K all effective on your date of hire, and a bonus program plus generous PTO
• Scholarship program for children of employees
• Charitable gift matching
• Adoption Assistance
• Associate Purchase Program on All Fortune Brands Products

Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, marital/family/caregiver status, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Harassment based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.

Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position and accordingly this position is not appropriate for foreign students who will require sponsorship in the future, including assistance with an Optional Practical Training (OPT) F-1 extension.

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