Machine Operator

Join Our Team as a Machine Operator - Direct Hire Opportunity!

Are you ready to operate advanced machinery and grow with an industry leader in the plastics manufacturing sector? We're hiring a Machine Operator for our Louisville, KY, location! Join a company with decades of experience, extensive networking, and large-volume purchasing power. With in-house rail line siding, silo blending, and packaging capabilities, our client produces premium quality resins at competitive pricing. If you have experience in Extrusion, Injection Molding, or Plastics Manufacturing, this is the role for you!

Position Details:

• Shift: 3rd Shift (11:30 PM - 8:00 AM); Training on 1st Shift for 2-3 Weeks
• Pay Rate: $15/hr - $19.74/hr
• Employment Type: Direct Hire

What You'll Be Doing:

Machine Operation:

• Operate pelletizer machines to stack and organize finished plastic products according to production specifications.
• Adjust machine settings to accommodate different product sizes, weights, and packaging requirements.

Quality Control:

• Inspect finished plastic pellets to ensure they meet quality standards and production guidelines.
• Identify and report defective products or packaging issues to supervisors.

Safety Compliance:

• Follow company safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Identify and address potential safety hazards related to machine operation.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of pelletizer machines to ensure optimal functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine malfunctions or escalate issues to maintenance personnel.

Inventory Management:

• Properly label, document, and organize pallets for storage or shipping.
• Work with warehouse staff to maintain accurate inventory records.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with production line staff to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production needs and concerns.

Why Join Us?

Our partner company offers competitive wages with benefits and growth opportunities. Enjoy excellent health insurance, dental, vision, and disability coverage, along with paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick pay. We also provide a 401K profit-sharing plan, pension plan, referral bonuses, and attendance bonuses. With the longevity of the company, very little turnover, and a great team environment, this is a place where your skills are valued and your career can thrive!

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training is a plus.
• Prior experience as a pelletizer machine operator or in a similar role in a plastic manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of machine operations and troubleshooting.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills for operating machine interfaces and record-keeping.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices.

Working Conditions:

• This role is performed in a manufacturing environment and is not climate-controlled.
• Requires standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be comfortable working around machinery in a fast-paced setting.

Ready to Build Your Future? Apply Now!

If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team in the Plastics Industry, Injection Mold, and Extrusion operations, click Apply Now and take the next step in your career!

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