Reroller Operator_Lamination

At Ecore, we transform reclaimed rubber into innovative performance surfaces that protect people and the planet. Our products power everything from playgrounds and gyms to hospitals, courts, and even rockets—helping people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves. As a high-growth, sustainability-driven company, we’re leading the way in circular innovation by keeping rubber out of landfills and turning waste into wellness, safety, and performance.

About the role

This position is responsible for coordinating Rerolling activities, including prioritizing jobs to meet on-time shipments, maximizing resource efficiency, assisting with quality checks, performing ERP transactions, coordinating breaks to eliminate downtime, ensuring daily work instruction adherence, and providing general direction to Reroller Operators and Assistants. Oversees and ensures timely and complete execution of on-the-job training for Reroller Operators and Assistants. Routine attendance at departmental, production, safety, and company meetings is required.

Responsibilities

• 50% Coordinate work across all rerolling resources
  • Meet 99% on-time shipment target
  • Combine released orders to improve operational efficiency
  • Pre-stage material for rerollers
  • Ensure operators are trained in and perform required safety and quality checks
  • Ensure timely completion of OJT checklists for Operators and Assistants
  • Verify area is restocked at end of shift
  • Correct data entry errors as needed
• 20% Operate Machine With Minimal Supervision To Reroll Material
  • Conduct visual inspection and perform general preventive maintenance of the assigned machine
  • Set machine to run required thickness to ordered length
  • Power on machine and feed peeled material through machine
  • Fulfill order according to production order roll length
  • Plastic wrap finished roll as required
  • Place scrap material in regrind bin or dumpster
  • Print Production log ID labels
  • ID and stage finished roll for put-away using appropriate equipment and label as required
  • Core preparation responsibilities (apply tape, apply foam wedges, etc.)
• 15% Adhere to and follow all quality guidelines
  • Ensure all operators continually check product for quality throughout the manufacturing process
  • Ensure measurement and chart comparison documentation is filled out properly
• 5% Operate hoist and fork truck
  • Lift/transport materials and finished products while adhering to all power industrial equipment rules and safety requirements
• 5% Utilize computer at workstation
  • Login, enter/review production data, and work orders as required
• Secondary (5%) Cross-train into other job functions
  • Provide assistance as necessary or during downtime within the department
  • Train other Re-roller operators as needed on proper operation, safety practices, and quality procedures

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 4 years of machine operator/manufacturing experience required; 1 year rerolling experience required
• English fluency (read, write, speak); strong communication skills required (written/verbal)
• Proven ability to multitask in a stressful environment (dirty, confined spaces, strict timelines, etc.)
• Attention to detail and adaptability to changing demands
• Ability to read and understand units of measure and perform basic math functions
• Safety-conscious with the ability to carry out work responsibilities in a safe manner
• Ability to work overtime to meet operational requirements
• Able to safely perform related physical requirements/demands of the role
• 12-months forklift and hoist experience required
• Demonstrated computer literacy (inventory data entry, read work orders, etc.); ERP experience preferred

Work Environment

The work environment includes conditions representative of a manufacturing setting, such as high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, and/or exposure to dust (pigment). Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, including safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots, and earplugs.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions (bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing, and/or pulling)
• Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements
• Exert up to 130 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects
• Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment
• Effective communication (write, speak) with supervisors and others regarding performance and safety concerns
• Adequate hearing ability to receive work instructions and respond to changes in the work environment
• Attention to detail to complete work assignments
• Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements
• Ability to understand and abide by safety policies and maintain a safe work environment

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• 401k with a company match
• PTO hours accrued from Day 1
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for development and internal promotions
• Two-minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit