Machine Operator - 2nd Shift/High Volume

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and operate machinery to mix, extrude, discharge, or handle materials according to operating procedures ensuring strands of material are continuous and ensure all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures and ISO standards.
• Weigh ingredients to meet specifications and insert into machinery, or ensures the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area and insert pre-blended materials into machinery.
• Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
• Examine material visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
• Transfer samples of materials to the lab for evaluation and follow instructions on any batch adjustments if needed.
• Package the finished pelletized materials in containers and/or bags.
• Refer issues/problems to Productions Lead or Production Managers for disposition.
• Complete and maintain all required system inputs/transactions.
• Document work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.
• Participate in training, retraining, and continual improvement processes and methods.
• Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
• Perform all required machine cleaning.
• Handle (with mechanical equipment) up to 250 pounds.
• Work in temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions, with dust, fumes, airborne particles.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Use of safety equipment as dictated by the work (safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, face shields, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally Sit.
• Handle (with mechanical equipment) up to 250 pounds.
• Exposure to noise levels above the OSHA action level requiring use of hearing protection.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work process, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Must be able to operate/monitor equipment during operation to ensure quality production.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and stand for an 8-hour shift.
• Read and follow manuals and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Possess a positive attitude.
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed, up to every other weekend.
• Willing and able to work in temperature extremes – hot and cold.
• Able to pass a forklift test and a respirator fit test.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Regularly Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Use of safety equipment as dictated by the work (safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, face shields, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently Lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Occasionally Sit.
• Exposure to noise levels above the OSHA action level requiring use of hearing protection.

Summary

RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The company has over 20 manufacturing plants located in the United States, Mexico, Europe, Singapore and China. RTP Company’s engineers develop customized thermoplastic compounds in over 60 different engineering resin systems for applications requiring color, conductive, elastomeric, flame retardant, high temperature, structural, and wear-resistant properties.

EEO, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.