Grinder Operator D Crew

This position is for D Crew 6:45pm to 7:00am at our Prairie Plant.

PAY - $21.50 per hour including a 10% shift differential.  

Sign On Bonus! This position is eligible for a $2,100.00 sign-on bonus! 

•  $700.00 after 90 days
•  $700.00 after 6 months
•  $700.00 after 1 year of employment

Job Summary:

The AZEK Company/Timbertech Wilmington division is seeking a Grinder Operator for the Wood Plant. The Grinder Operator is responsible for the removal of all scrap material from production lines and running it through grinding equipment for reuse into the manufacturing process. The Grinder Operator ensures dust collection system emptied as required and regrind / blending lines are supplied with regrind material. If you are a high-energy, motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume for further consideration. This position reports to Production Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities:
• Contributes to accident free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.
• Fills hopper with sorted material to be ground.
• Changes dust collection bags from all collection systems for the extrusion area.
• Separates scrap and regrind by color and performs proper identification by use of a tag
• Gives production support in the staging of bins, skids, and regrind for use.
• Uses safe operating procedures while operating forklift. Performs daily maintenance check on forklift at the beginning of each shift before use.
• Informs Maintenance or Supervisor of any problems with grinding equipment.
• Understand and follow all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervision/management.

Qualifications:
• 1 years of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Forklift Certification.
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job including: Push / Pull / Lift / Manipulate 10lbs – 100lbs.
• Ability to stand for complete shift; kneeling, lifting overhead, bending climbing and crawling are often required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment where temperatures that can become very hot depending on the weather.

Education Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.