Job Title

Plant T1 | 2nd shift | Reclaim Operator I

Position Overview

Responsibilities: 

Prioritize work as directed by Lead and Team Manager 

Perform routine maintenance on equipment (i.e. changing dies, screens, etc.) 

Test finished product for spec verification 

Thorough understand of latex and pellet recipes 

Operate latex mixer and compound extruder 

Verify finished product transfer into proper location 

Verify raw material identification based on recipe and location 

Properly dispose of all process waste material 

Identify and help resolve issues 

Operate a lift truck to move materials within the department 

Expected to serve as a member of a team, attend and actively participate in meetings (could be before or after shift) and work toward team goals 

Participate in team building activities as planned. 

Gain and maintain all necessary skills to perform jobs as assigned 

Attend all training classes as scheduled for individual and team development 

Assist in keeping the entire facility clean 

Safely complete other assigned duties as needed 

Requirements: 

Walking up and down stairs is part of the requirements for this position. 

This position will require standing, heavy and/or repeated lifting, bending, stooping, reaching overhead or crawling for long periods of time 

Verbally communicate in English with team members about team needs and daily/weekly goals; participate in team meetings, provide feedback and contribute to team’s goals. 

Pass color blindness test. 

Successfully pass the LTO certification requirements 

Pass a vision and depth perception test as required 

Use computer systems and software as needed for the position. 

Withstand changes in temperature and humidity. 

Expected to be able to lift up to 50 pounds 

Comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and plant specific safety rules and regulations. 

Preferred: 

Previous experience in Latex and Extrusion Compounding 

Proficient with computer systems 

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.