Machine Operator 2nd Shift

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We are actively hiring Compo under/Extrusion Operators to join our team at our Grand Rapids plant. Americhem is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of custom color concentrates. Our production operators specialize in setting up, operating, and tending compounding mixing/extruding machines to process a variety of products that our customers use to manufacture a vast array of finished products.

$19.00/yr - $20.00/yr

Shift: 2pm to Midnight (occasionally scheduled Saturdays)

Paid lunch: ½ hour paid lunch

At Americhem, we’re committed to conducting business with respect for the environment, the law, ethics, and the health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers, and the public.

Success from the inside out…. that’s Americhem!

• 120 hours of PTO for years 1 to 5; 160 hours of PTO for years 5 to 15
• Free Uniforms(laundered weekly for you – which saves the wear and tear on your clothes & laundry machines)
• Full Slate of Benefits with many starting after 30 days of employment (medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k match, short-term & long-term disability insurance & more)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Work-Life Balance - Work 8 hours with a ½ hour paid lunch
• All tools provided

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing/production, strongly preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot
• Dependable, reliable, and self-motivated
• Solid math and analytic skills

• Holds safety in highest regard by making good safety decisions, following safety procedures, watching out for the safety of self and others, contributing to safety improvements, and participating in safety programs.
• Produce compound samples according to specifications by using production equipment, devices, and instruments (extruders, scales, feeders, classifiers, pelletizers, dies, visual display units, dials, and calibrators).
• Keeps machinery and mechanical equipment operational by performing preventative maintenance tasks on machine and equipment.
• The Operator adds color mix to the feeder by using a tow motor/forklift to lift the color pot up to the platform and setting it in the proper slot.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Location:

Grand Rapids, MI

Working at Americhem provides you with purpose and meaningful experiences to develop your career and contribute towards the overall company success. To join the Americhem team, apply today and launch your successful career.