Material Handler I

About Us

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey, Mexico, Cadrex offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials within or near production facility or warehouse.
• Maintain adequate supply of materials at all running machines, including raw materials (resin), packaging, inserts, bags, labels, etc., as called out on the job “Pick List.”
• Ensure correct paperwork is completed for any movement of materials.
• Maintain lot number control for material tracking, especially for regrind.
• Clean and load all hoppers as required at setup.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping to avoid contamination of materials.
• Set machine dryers according to correct drying conditions for each material.
• Monitor, clean, and change necessary filters at machine hoppers, hopper loaders, and machine loaders (minimum once per day).
• Move finished goods to the warehouse or designated location and accurately complete required paperwork.
• Mark all hoppers, gaylords, boxes, and other containers accurately with material identification, quantity, and date as necessary.
• Mix color concentrates, foaming agents, regrind, etc., at the correct “let down ratio” to meet job requirements.
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of the injection molding process.
• At least 6 months of experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous materials handling experience.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday, 4:15 PM – 2:24 AM.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%.
• Education support program.
• Safety eyeglasses and shoe reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees.