Crushing, Grinding, and Mixing Machine Operator jobs in Salisbury, NC

We are expanding and looking to add Batcher/Blender Operators to our team, Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:00pm with availability to work overtime on Friday and Saturday. This position includes a $2,500 sign on bonus ($500 paid at 90 days/$1000 paid at 6 months and 1 year.) Starting pay is $17.00 per hour. We also provide company uniforms and all safety equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Weighs out quantities of powdered or liquid dyes and chemicals, following formula on batch ticket.
• Pours dyes and chemicals into various mixing machines and operates to specifications.
• Pours batches of colorants and additives into bags or containers after mixing is completed.
• Ensure the blender is clean
• Review run sheet for blending instructions
• Complete paperwork by recording the number of batches that are staged and blended
• Report any overage or shortage to your supervisor immediately
• Notify Quality Control when the batch is ready for inspection
• Upon approval, drop blend into properly cleaned and lined bin
• Mark bin with proper identification
• Follows all EHS requirements.
• Take material to the extrusion area
• Keep work area clean
• All other duties as assigned including housekeeping and helping out in other areas as needed.

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 55 pounds
• Ability to lean forward to clean equipment
• Ability to stand for hours at a time
• Good math and reading skills
• Ability to communicate with fellow workers
• Ability to safely operate electrical equipment with moving parts
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to work in hard conditions (ie: hot and cold climates)
• Good housekeeping skills
• High school education, GED, and/or equivalent
• No related experience required

You should be proficient in

• Production setups
• Packaging

We offer a competitive salary, an incentive bonus plan and competitive benefit program. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, company paid short and long term disability plus flexible spending accounts and a strong 401(k) matching program. In addition, we offer a generous Paid Time Off and Holiday program. Most benefits start from day one!