PVC Dry Blend, Extrusion & Packaging Technician

About the role

Blend additives into a consistent Dry Blend powder.
Weight ingredients for production runs and manage raw material storage per our material control program.
Use console controls to meter bulk materials from silos/tanks to mixing vessels by following computer-generated load sheets.
Package finished PVC pellets into boxes and bags, select silos, and apply labels exactly as scheduled.
Start each run with safety checks to ensure melt-mixing equipment is operating correctly.
Follow all setup conditions and processing instructions tied to the manufacturing schedule.
Share quality/process updates with teammates; escalate issues to the Lead or Supervisor.
Provide break relief and step into any line or job as needed.
Keep your area clean and organized;
Attend department meetings.
Demonstrate teamwork and flexibility with overtime;
Complete a 90-day probation.

Responsibilities

• Blend additives into a consistent Dry Blend powder.
• Weigh ingredients for production runs and manage raw material storage per our material control program.
• Use console controls to meter bulk materials from silos/tanks to mixing vessels by following computer-generated load sheets.
• Package finished PVC pellets into boxes and bags, select silos, and apply labels exactly as scheduled.
• Start each run with safety checks to ensure melt-mixing equipment is operating correctly.
• Follow all setup conditions and processing instructions tied to the manufacturing schedule.
• Share quality/process updates with teammates; escalate issues to the Lead or Supervisor.
• Provide break relief and step into any line or job as needed.

Requirements

• Read/interpret documents and apply practical problem-solving.
• Math proficiency: whole numbers, fractions, decimals; compute rate, ratio, percent; interpret bar graphs.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic for continuous production.
• Lift 50 lbs repeatedly; climb stairs; work in warm-to-hot environments.
• Train on first shift (up to 4 weeks), then move to 2nd or 3rd; overtime may include Saturdays/Sundays.
• Licensed, safety-focused forklift operator.

Qualifications

• High school degree.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Practical problem-solving skills.
• Math proficiency: whole numbers, fractions, decimals; compute rate, ratio, percent; interpret bar graphs.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Climb stairs.
• Work in warm-to-hot environments.
• Forklift operator certification.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus: $1,000 total—$250 after 30 days, $250 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days.
• Referral bonus: Earn cash for great hires you recommend.
• Medical, Dental, Vision with very low deductibles; 85% company-paid; eligibility within 30 days.
• No-charge on-site medical clinic for employees and spouses (prescriptions, wellness visits, immunizations).
• Up to 7% employer 401(k) contribution and free financial planning.
• Two weeks paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
• Company-paid wellness programs: smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss; plus an Employee Assistance Program.
• Monthly bonuses for attendance and for performance; pay raises as you add new skills.
• Perks: weekly food trucks; discounts on gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, and more.
• Recognition: points you can redeem for products (perfect attendance, milestones, achievements); appreciation events; free income tax assistance (eligible associates); community involvement and volunteer opportunities; Family Day; service awards.

Pay, Schedule, and Incentives

• Shift available: 2nd Shift (2:40pm – 11:00pm).
• Shift differential: +$1.25/hr for 2nd; +$1.50/hr for 3rd.
• Workweek: 8-hour production shifts; paid weekly.
• Overtime planning: OT schedule posted 1 year in advance; most holiday weekends are unscheduled.
• Sign-on bonus: $1,000 total—$250 after 30 days, $250 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days.
• Referral bonus: Earn cash for great hires you recommend.