Location
Sturgis, Michigan, United States
Type
Full-time
Job Description
Employer: Iceberg Enterprises LLC Job Scope This role performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for verifying the “blenders” have the correct calcium, colorant, regrind and virgin material * Move material in and out as required to prevent down time on the press * Responsible for color changes that occur on the machines, including cleaning the system, draining the regrind, hoppers, filters and blenders * Responsible for checking material flow * Support giving breaks as needed * Pick up the cardboard properly dispose of * Clean the grinder room and the mechanical room in the Blow Mold department. * Manage propane tank storage and fills * Monitor grinders and assist with grinding purge and scrap * Ensure all color materials are properly labeled and put back into the racks in inventory when a color change is made. * Understands material codes, scale calibration and batch size and how to set the amount so it will not build up too high and interfere with the pinch tube. * Keep area clean between the back side of the presses and the wall or the aisle area behind the presses. * Other duties as assigned * Regular attendance pattern Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent GED credentials is required * 6 months – 1 year of direct experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics, is required. * Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is highly desired * Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is highly desired * Bilingual in Spanish and English, is highly desired * Basic reading and communication skills in English is required * Basic math skills and the ability to count is required * Experience using hand and power tools is highly desired * Strong organizational and multitasking ability Physical Requirements * Typical manufacturing environment * 8-hour, onsite schedule. Remote work is not available * Frequent speaking * Constant combination of sitting, standing, and walking * Constant gross and fine manipulation * Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting 50 pounds. * Frequent stooping, crouching, kneeling 1st shift 6:45 am-3:00 pm; Monday - Friday
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Proficiency in basic math and English communication is required, with familiarity in lean manufacturing and ERP/MRP systems being highly desired.