Summary

Polymer Molding, Inc. is seeking a 2^nd Shift Material Handler as we continue to grow and expand our business. We provide a high-energy environment with a culture that supports individual growth & opportunities. The Material Handler is responsible for handling, storing, and blending raw material and colorant as conveyed in the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle, identify, and store incoming raw material, incoming colorant, incoming product containers, and any other items related to the manufacturing area.
• Blending of raw materials and colorant at the proper ratio along with identification and storage of blended material.
• Insure all hoppers and feeders at the molding presses contain the proper material (blended and unblended as required).
• Insure all hoppers and feeders are filled at the proper levels at determined times during the shift.
• Change the hoppers to the correct material and color during a mold change.
• Properly empty and clean grinders when needed.
  Cleaning of molding presses during mold changeovers along with overall plant cleanliness.
• Material handling of full and empty production pallets.

OTHER DUTIES

• Assist in relief breaks for fellow employees.
• Assist fellow employees when the need arises.
• Assist the shift supervisor or assistant supervisor when needed.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Director of Manufacturing or upper management personnel.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Use of hand and power tow trucks to transport materials
• Ability to safely operate a forklift/jitney.
• Basic processing skills
• Basic weigh-up skills
• Able to provide problem solving ideas to shift supervisors
• Working knowledge of materials
• Basic knowledge of ISO9001:2000 standard and procedures

Company

Polymer Molding, Inc. (PMI) is a U.S. manufacturer of plastic protective caps, plugs and custom moldings. These types of products are usually disposable and are commonly used to protect threaded fittings, tubing and valves and in many other applications where contamination or shipping damage needs to be avoided. PMI was founded in its hometown of Erie, Pennsylvania in 1978 as an injection molder and tool builder of toy and consumer specialty products. In 1989, the company introduced its proprietary line of protective products and has grown to one of the leading producers of these types of commodities. The Erie facility has expanded over the years, but instead of trying to be the biggest, the focus has remained on exceptional customer service, quality and value.

Benefits

Full time benefit package, eligible after 30-days including: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD, Paid Time Off, and company match 401kCompany (after one year of service)
Polymer Molding, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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