Please contact your Administrator to change your authorization settings.
The Wash Line Operator is a crucial role in the plastics recycling process, responsible for efficiently operating and managing the wash line system to prepare plastic materials for recycling. This position involves hands-on work, ensuring the cleaning and quality preparation of plastics for further processing.
Essential Functions
Operate and oversee the wash line system to clean and prepare plastic materials for recycling. Monitor the equipment for smooth and effective operation.
Conduct material sorting as an integral part of the wash line process, efficiently removing contaminants to maintain the quality of recyclable materials.
Conduct visual inspections of cleaned plastic materials to ensure they meet quality standards. Identify and address any issues or deviations in the recycling process.
Perform routine maintenance on wash line equipment to ensure proper functionality. Report any mechanical issues or malfunctions for timely repairs.
Collaborate with the recycling team to identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvement, and waste reduction within the wash line operation.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. Report any safety concerns or incidents promptly.
Maintain accurate records of daily operations, including production quantities, quality control measures, and any equipment maintenance performed.
Work closely with other members of the recycling team to coordinate and streamline the overall recycling process.
Provide training to new team members on wash line operation procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Position Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on experience in plastics recycling or a similar manufacturing environment, specifically operating wash line systems.
Familiarity with operating and troubleshooting wash line equipment. Basic mechanical aptitude gained through practical experience is beneficial.
Prior experience in conducting material sorting and quality control inspections in a recycling setting.
Proven track record of actively participating in equipment maintenance and process optimization initiatives.
Functional Success Drivers: These competencies are what we require for an individual to be successful in this role.
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Detail Oriented
Integrity
Ambition
Safety & Security
The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
Signode Industrial Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.