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Pelletizer 6 : 00PM -6 : 00AM

Pelletizer 6 : 00PM -6 : 00AM

Tangent TechnologiesMontgomery, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

As a Pelletizer Operator, you will be a key player in our closed-loop manufacturing process, converting plastic regrind into uniform pellets suitable for downstream applications like injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion.

Role and Responsibilities / Essential Functions

  • Forklift Operation : Safely operate sit-down forklifts to streamline the loading and unloading of gaylords and other bulk material containers.
  • Pelletizer Operation : Conduct end-to-end pelletizing processes by feeding regrind material into the pelletizer, ensuring effective melting, shaping, and cooling phases to produce high-quality pellets.
  • Data Entry : Perform real-time data tracking for inventory management and material-flow optimization.
  • Machine Maintenance : Perform preventative maintenance activities, such as filter changes and machine lubrication, to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of the pelletizer.
  • Material Management : Conduct material transitions and maintain a comprehensive daily log of key production metrics like regrind consumption and pellet output.
  • Labeling : Generate and affix precise labels to material batches and finished products, ensuring traceability.
  • Quality Control : Implement QC protocols to monitor pellet uniformity and other quality metrics, initiating corrective actions when deviations occur.
  • Attendance : Uphold consistent attendance to ensure seamless production cycles and maximize throughput.
  • Safety Compliance : Adhere to strict safety protocols, including PPE requirements, to mitigate operational risks in a high-temperature, fast-paced environment.
  • Additional Responsibilities : Foster a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in training sessions, reporting anomalies, and embracing organizational initiatives for quality enhancement.

Requirements :

Required Skills / Abilities / Competencies

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Forklift operation experience is highly desirable.
  • 1-2 years of Machine Operator experience, preferably in plastics manufacturing
  • Proficiency in basic math and metric system measurements
  • Authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Mental / Physical Requirement

  • Capacity to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
  • Stamina to stand throughout the entire shift.
  • Comfortability working in elevated heat conditions.
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