Regrind Operator

Job Title

Regrind Operator

Position Overview

Position Overview : This position supports the Regrind/Lamination department and the regrind area by handling materials including: raw materials, work in progress and by processing regrind material.

Responsibilities:

Per Shop Floor System, maintain production lines with the correct materials

Operate and troubleshoots Shredder equipment

Move work in progress (WIP) to the appropriate bin space while accurately tracking this data

Complete the powered industrial truck (PIT) safety check sheet

Change out the lift truck battery as needed

Assist production associates, Process Coordinators and Production Leads as needed

Perform quality checks and reports on materials as directed.

Assist in inventory cycle counts when needed

Operate and troubleshoot Granulator (continuous line) equipment

Operate and troubleshoot Grinder equipment.

Remove material from remnant rolls.

Feed and troubleshoot silos.

Maintain and Monitor Bag House equipment-inspect and make sure unit is operating efficiently

Operate and troubleshoot Roll Un-winder equipment-thread up and operate.

Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Work overtime as required.

Qualifications Requirements:

Must be able to safely operate a lift truck both loaded and unloaded

Must be able to safely operate the battery changing station equipment.

Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Must be familiar with or willing to learn current computer systems and software.

Must be able to work without close supervision.

Proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of associates.

Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions.

Must be able to sit for the majority of a 12 hour shift.

Must be able to get on and off a lift truck up to 100 times per day.

Must meet minimal Shaw vision testing requirements including color blindness

Must be able to tolerate changes in temperature and humidity

Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Capable of head, neck and body rotation for full visibility of surroundings.

Must be able to occasionally climb stairs to operate equipment

Must have basic reading & writing skills in order to read & comprehend shipping documents, product numbers and bin / storage locations.

Must successfully complete the written, “hands on” powered industrial truck driving test

Must be able to perform basic mathematical tasks.

Preferred Skills:

Prior experience with powered industrial trucks with an exemplary safety record

Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.

Shaw b enefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K and Retirement Plans

Product discounts for employees

Adoption a ssistance

Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA , and Cartersville, GA, location s )

And much more.

Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.