Material Handler - Plastics Manufacturing

LOD Staffing has openings for Material Handler – Plastics Manufacturing.

Location : 78219.

Work Schedule : | 8pm – 8am (Training will be 8am – 8pm).

Rate of Pay :   $17.37.

The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring that all materials necessary for production are available to supply production needs. This position is also responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, plastic resins, components, and finished products throughout the production floor and warehouse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Supplies the molding machines with the correct resins for the existing jobs. These resins must be properly blended and, when required, adequately dried.
• Make sure that all ID cards have been filled out and put at proper locations.
• Perform job changeovers as promptly as possible so that machine production time will be maximized. This task includes pre-drying and blending resins, cleaning granulators, hoppers, loaders, etc.
• Maintains accurate resin lot trace records and any other records, or reports, that may be required.
• Ensures that leftover resin is properly packaged, identified, and stored at the conclusion of a production run.
• Performs minor maintenance on auxiliary equipment as needed to keep equipment operating properly (i.e. clean / replace dryer filters regularly, use the shortest dryer hoses that will reach from the dryers to the hoppers, etc.).
• Maintains good housekeeping practice. This includes cleaning resin spills and storing equipment in an orderly manner.
• Responsible for safe handling and preservation of customer products as well as customer supplied product.
• Assists in insuring inventory accuracy through physical counts of existing inventory.
• Communicates with the other material handler / receiving clerks regarding resin requirements, job changeover status, etc.
• Follows receiving procedures to verify accuracy of receipts, ensure proper routing of receipts, and accurate completion and forwarding of all related paperwork.
• Initiates requests for equipment components and major repairs to the Maintenance Department.
• Performs other duties as specified by the Team Leader / Supervisor.

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Company Description :

Labor On Demand, Inc. d.b.a. LOD Staffing is a knowledgeable and passionate employment agency servicing the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan area. For nearly two decades, we have strived to bring the right people together with the right jobs. Whether it is an opportunity for a new career, seasonal work, or a part-time gig to provide extra income, we take extraordinary pride in matching you with a position that satisfies your employment needs. Join our team today and let us help you find your next exciting career opportunity. We look forward to meeting you!

EEO Statement :

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Labor on Demand Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.

About LOD Staffing :

Labor On Demand, Inc. is a knowledgeable and passionate employment agency based in San Antonio, Texas. For nearly two decades, we have strived to bring the right people together with the right jobs. Whether it is an opportunity to a new career, seasonal work, or a part-time gig to provide extra income, we take great pride in matching you with a position that satisfies your employment needs. Join our team today, and let us help you find your next exciting career opportunity. We look forward to meeting you!