- Establishes starting formulas for Compounding production.
- Verify Maguire feed systems, formulation, and single pigments are setup correctly by Lead Operator.
- Adjust color and Maguire feed systems if color does not startup within tolerances to Master standard.
- Run Pilot Extrusion line. Spins and verifies color at Start Ups, during color adjusting, post blending of finished product, and any Nylon concentrates purchased from outside Vendors.
- Weigh up concentrate to spin and verify against Standard.
- Verify color in Color software. Adjust color and Maguire feed if needed and retest.
- Maintains all material levels. Lab Pigment retains, Lab supplies, and Waste removal.
- Maintain specifications on Pilot line and all lab equipment.
- Process change Pilot line specs average 5 times day due to multi polymer changes.
- Change packs on Pilot line. Average 3 pack changes within 24-hour period.
- Average 24 color changes or adjustments per 8 hours.
- Completes Pilot line specifications and trouble shoots if Pilot Extrusion line is not running well.
- Operation of the feed systems, extrusion, compounding line, and blenders.
- Assist in trouble shooting color/processing issues from Extrusion by spinning and completing physical property testing.
- Completes all testing of physical properties and record. SU, QC, and R&D for outside department tests performed:
- Test all Start-up, QC, Color Matches, and qualify all incoming concentrates from outside vendors.
- Pellet count, Density, Melt flow index, Moisture testing, Pressure Rise, Film press, Pucks, Plaques, Ash, and Clump
- Plaque incoming Single pigment dispersions
- Adjust colors to match Master standards and retest.
- Fills out COA’s and entering into database on computer
- Document and file all concentrate formulas.
- Lift truck certified. Stock items for Pilot line and Lab: Spin finish, cones, collect incoming samples from supply room, remove cone and bale waste
- 5 day / 8 hour or 24 / 7 rotating shifts with possibility of overtime
- Physical requirements: Examples listed, but not limit to.
- Run Extrusion pilot line:
i. Climb steps (~25 steps): 30x shift
- Aspirator and aspirator hose:
- Swinging motion ~15 pounds, throughout shift.
- Change Packs:
- Reach overhead supporting ~25 pounds applying ~50 pounds of torque
- Carry weights:
- Lab pellets: Carry buckets of resin (~25 pounds). Pour mix pellets into waste box.
- Mount/Dismount Powered industrial lift truck.
- Bending, stretching, extend reach:
- Into waste bins, pellet box, doffing cones, bale waste, etc.
- Mathematical skills. (Must pass basic math test)
- Identify color shades. (Must pass color blindness test.)
- Has knowledge of all testing instruments, and all related testing and job function procedures. Knowledge of materials science.
- Knowledge of color science/ basic math functions; use of computer excel spreadsheets, database, AS400, lotus notes.
- Shipping
- Ship approved lots in a timely manner.
- Housekeeping
- Keep the lab area clean and equipment functional.
- Empty the trash, purge drum, mixed pigment drum.
- Contain waste for reuse.
- Safety
- First aid responder and CPR/AED certified.
- Re-enforce safety policy through group and one-on-one discussions.
- Report and ensure equipment is in safe condition.
- Awareness of operators working for code red and code blue accountability.
- Conduct safety meetings.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.35 - $21.72 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Plastics extrusion: 1 year (Preferred)
- Lift Truck: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person