Erema - Operator

JOB TITLE: Operator Recycling - Erema

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Fiber Team Leader

CATEGORY: Operator IV

schedule Sunday - Wednesday 7am-7pm

SUMMARY:

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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

REQUIRED TRAINING:

Lock-out/tag-out

Basic hazardous communication

PPE

On the job safety review

Powered Industrial Truck certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Continuous standing

Frequent walking

Frequent pushing/pulling

Frequent upper extremity use

Frequent climbing stairs and ladders

Frequent PIT operation

Frequent hand use

Frequent bending/kneeling

Frequently lift up to 50 LBs

ADHERE TO COMPANY AND SAFETY POLICY

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