Production Operator

Location: Millwood, WV, 25262

Company: Star Plastics LLC.

Star Plastics LLC. is a dependable compounder of engineering grade thermoplastics headquartered in Ravenswood, West Virginia. With accomplished full-service labs to develop, test, and process materials, Star Plastics LLC offers high quality custom color compounding (known for lot-to-lot consistency), and sourcing, supplying and tolling polymer services.

Summary The Production Operator is under the direction of the Shift Lead/Production Supervisor and will primarily operate various machines and equipment involved in production.

Essential Functions

• Operates production machinery in accordance with the Structured Job Training (SJT) document. Assigned equipment may include Blender, Screener, Bagger, Shedders, Granulators, Bulk-In and Out, and Unloaders.
• Produces the required output within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures finished product ensuring compliance with function, quality, and aesthetic specifications.
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned area.
• Maintains logs and records of material produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or substandard material.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment.
• Assists fellow operators to achieve maximum productivity and minimize turnaround time.

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education & Experience

• Operator Certification or associate degree
• 1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Fork truck license

Required Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Understand and adhere to all plant safety guidelines
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Ability to become certified as fork truck driver
• Ability to use a keyboard and learn applicable computer software programs
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 80 lbs. at waist level, up to 80 lbs. at floor level, and up to 40 lbs. at elevated level on a rare basis when moving products
• Display average coordination with both hands on a continuous basis while performing job tasks
• Perform elevated work on an occasional basis when handling products
• Stoop, kneel or squat on an occasional basis when handling products
• Reach forward and to the side on an occasional basis when handling products
• Stand on a continuous basis and walk on a frequent basis during the course of each shift
• Climb steps on an occasional basis
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per shift
• Ability to be on feet for up to 8-12 hours per shift
• Climb steps/ladders on an occasional basis