Erema - Operator

Posted Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Asten Johnson is the leader in technical fabrics. Our drive to provide the best products and service in our industry is fueled by our associates and their drive to innovate. We want our associates to build careers here and become part of the fabric of our 230 year old company. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a workplace built on respect and purpose.

JOB TITLE: Operator Recycling - Erema

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CATEGORY: Operator IV

With little supervision, can conduct and operate all equipment in recycling. Capable of performing all operational procedures the production of Recycled PET pellets (RPET) on the Erema Line. Is capable of performing basic housekeeping and turn-around of Erema Line. Is capable of performing all required testing of produced RPET. Follows all written, verbal, and visual work instructions. The employees in this position must take pride in their work and the cleanliness of their workstations, practicing 5S principles in all areas of their work and embracing a Zero Accident Culture with safety in the workplace.

• Able and willing to Perform all Duties of Utility Operator Recycling Position
• The ability to understand written, verbal and visual instructions
• The ability to perform accurate written and computer data entry
• Able to test RPET produced as well as material being used or received
• Able to Operate EREMA RPET Extrusion Line
• Able to perform basic housekeeping and turn-around of EREMA RPET Extrusion Line
• Able to climb stairs, ladders, and other physical aspects of the job
• Follow written Work Order instructions using proper materials
• Certified fork truck, clamp truck and pole truck operation
• Understands all job hazards, demonstrates safe behaviors
• Able to maintain clean work environment (housekeeping, 5S) with little/no supervision
• Use of efficient time management skills
• Able to prioritize internal and external job functions
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Mechanically inclined to perform routing equipment cleanings and upkeep
• Support other production areas and all other duties as needed/required

• Lock-out/tag-out
• Basic hazardous communication
• PPE
• On the job safety review
• Powered Industrial Truck certification

• Frequent walking
• Frequent pushing/pulling
• Frequent upper extremity use
• Frequent climbing stairs and ladders
• Frequent PIT operation
• Frequent hand use
• Frequently lift up to 50 LBS

• Follow all safety and company policy including but not limited to proper PPE, Attendance, Cell Phone and Smoking.

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.