Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Job Description
Polytainers is a leading manufacturer specializing in plastic food containers, adhering to high standards of quality and innovation. Located in Lee's Summit, the company operates a state-of-the-art molding department that runs on a 24/7 schedule with continental 12-hour shifts to ensure continuous production and prompt fulfillment of customer demands. Polytainers prides itself on maintaining a culture that values integrity, teamwork, and accountability, fostering a workplace environment where employees are motivated to excel and embrace diversity and inclusivity. As a reputable company in the plastics manufacturing industry, Polytainers utilizes advanced injection molding, thermoforming, and in-mold labeling (IML) technologies to create durable... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- minimum six months of work experience
- good PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- ability to carry, lift, and move up to 50 pounds
- ability to engage in prolonged standing, walking, and movements
- ability to reach above shoulder height and below waist length consistently
- ability to engage in frequent and repetitive body movements
- fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills
- previous experience handling the skyjack would be an asset
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- minimum six months of work experience
- good PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills
- previous experience handling skyjack considered an asset
Job Duties
- Visually check for low pigment levels at machines during scheduled times throughout the shift
- replenish the pigments at machines with low levels
- monitor and replenish resin supply when used from gaylord
- check resin levels in surge bins and silos and report to shift supervisor as needed
- verify material deliveries as necessary and report resin shortages
- check silos to ensure there is no resin leak and keep the surrounding area free of spills
- perform daily cleaning of resin loading system and maintain accurate records
- inspect and clean hopper magnets and filters
- manually mix resin and color as needed
- operate gravimetric blender and download different recipes
- keep records of resin/pigment lot traceability and submit reports daily
- assist in resin and pigment engineering trials
- drain resin from surge bins into gaylords
- perform melt index tests for resin in Quality Control lab and keep records
- work on getting resin and pigment supply daily for mold changes and sign off mold change forms
- properly store uncontaminated pigment of used color
- transport color bins between warehouse and production floor
- ensure color units are operational
- perform resin change-over according to schedule
- collect used resin and properly store uncontaminated resin
- inspect and clean machine hopper magnets and filters on bi-weekly schedule
- report maintenance of hopper magnets and filters
- maintain color units and report issues
- complete daily/weekly/monthly mixer checklist
- complete bi-weekly sign off sheet for magnet and hopper cleaning
- clean production floor of resin/pigment spills
- clean surge bin area
- maintain surge bin and pump room cleanliness
- keep pigment and gaylord storage area clean and tidy
- diagnose vacuum in material delivery lines and take appropriate actions
- escalate issues to maintenance when unresolved
- keep track of replacement hose and filter stocks
- perform basic troubleshooting on con air blender and escalate issues
- change color motor as necessary and advise maintenance
- adhere to company policies on safety, respect, conduct, 5S, SQF, and health and safety
- perform other duties as assigned by SS/PT
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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