Plastic Pipe Recycling Operator

Job Overview

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity. As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information worldwide across various markets. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality, sustainability, and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to Advance Life Around the World.

Pay: $21.00 per hour

• 12‑hour day shift 6:45 am–7 pm
• Work schedule varies: MON/TUE work, WED/THU off, or MON/TUE off, WED/THU work. Repeat as appropriate.
• Only work 15 days per month.
• Every other weekend is a 3‑day weekend.
• Alternate weeks: 48 hours one week, 36 hours the next.
• Total of 84 hours per pay period (76 regular hours & 8 hours overtime) paid bi‑weekly.

• Operate pelletizer machine to convert regrind into pellets.
• Operate forklift consistently.
• Stage boxes of pellets.
• Follow all company‑standard and position‑specific safety requirements and report any unsafe working conditions or broken equipment.
• Follow and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• 1‑year manufacturing experience required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Machine operator experience required.
• 1‑year extrusion machine operator experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English; bilingual a plus.
• Nice to have:
  Working knowledge of extruders, printers, reelers, quality control standards, and product specifications.

• Ability to lift more than 100 pounds with reasonable assistance (crane or forklift).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at various heights.
• Ability to lift objects overhead.
• Ability to spend up to 12 hours a shift on foot around hot machinery.
• Ability to move between areas by stepping over or bending under objects, pushing and pulling objects.
• Ability to work inside or outside of the warehouse.
• Commitment to wearing required PPE at all times.

• Benefits offered on the FIRST DAY OF HIRE (MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION).
• SIGN‑ON BONUS: $500 after 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days (total $1,500).
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match; company contributes an extra 3% of your plan‑eligible pay.
• Quarterly bonus program based on company and individual achievements.
• Employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Work‑life balance support.
• Team‑oriented environment.
• Accrual of up to 120 hours of paid time‑off; 56 hours of annual sick pay.
• Fitness and weight‑loss reimbursement.
• Steel‑toe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement (prescription required).
• Employee recognition and safety program.
• Tuition reimbursement: $5,000 per year for undergraduate, $7,500 per year for graduate (full‑time, one continuous year).

All employees are subject to pre‑employment background check and drug screening. Dura‑Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E‑Verify program. Dura‑Line will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information must comply with the legal duty to furnish information as specified in 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).

Time Zone: (information not specified)
Business Unit: BU Duraline USA (_07)

Functional Area:

FA Operations (_01)