Plastic Recycling Technician at King Plastic Corporation North Port, FL

Overview

Plastic Recycling Technician job at King Plastic Corporation. North Port, FL. Description Day Shift: 6:45am - 7:00pm. Our team follows a rotating 2-week schedule, giving you built-in days off while maintaining full-time hours.

• Week 1:
  Work Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday (35.25 hours)
• Week 2:
  Work Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday (47 hours)

This means you’ll work only 7 days every 2 weeks
, with every other weekend off
, while still receiving a full paycheck.

• Set up, run, and watch over large grinding machines used to break down materials.
• Change machine settings for different materials and sizes.
• Load recyclable materials into the machine the right way so nothing gets stuck or breaks.
• Do basic cleaning and maintenance to keep the machine running smoothly.
• Let the maintenance team know if the machine needs bigger repairs.
• Check for any damage or problems with the equipment.
• Watch the material coming out of the machine to make sure it looks right and meets the standards.
• Check the output regularly to keep quality high.
• Always follow safety rules. Wear all required safety gear (PPE).
• Tell your supervisor about any safety problems or accidents right away.
• Keep records of how much you produce, machine problems, and maintenance done.
• Fix small issues with the machine, like jams or parts not lining up right.
• Help improve how things are done to make work faster and reduce waste.
• Share your ideas on how to make the machine work better.
• Work closely with your team, leads, and supervisors.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Forklift Certification through King Plastic Corp required