Material Handler - 3rd Shift

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials within or near the production facility or warehouse. Will primarily be responsible for maintaining adequate supply of materials at all running machines. This includes raw materials (resin), packaging, inserts, bags, labels, etc., as called out on the job “Pick List”. The correct paperwork associated with any movement of these materials is the responsibility of the Material Handler.

Lot number control is an essential part of material tracking (especially regrind) and falls under the Material Handler responsibilities.

• Cleaning and loading all hoppers as required at setup.
• Ensuring excellent housekeeping to avoid contamination of materials.
• Must be aware of correct drying conditions for each material and set machine dryers accordingly. Monitors clean and change necessary filter at machine hopper, hopper loaders and machine loaders (minimum once per day).
• Move finished goods to the warehouse or to a location designated by the warehouse and fill out accurately any paperwork required.
• Ensure all hoppers, gaylords, boxes and other containers are marked accurately with material identification and quantity along with date as necessary.
• Mix color concentrates, foaming agents, regrind, etc. at the correct “let down ratio” to meet the job requirements.
• Performs other duties and assignments as directed by management.

• Basic understanding of the injection molding process.
• At least 6 months of experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous materials handling experience.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• High School diploma or GED

• Onsite

• M-F

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.