Recycling Technician/Extrusion Operator at Monoflo International, Inc. in Winchester, Virginia

Job Description:

Day & Night Shifts Available.  Night shift qualifies for an additional $2 per hour differential pay.

As a Recycling Operator you will maintain plastic recycling equipment, make minor process adjustments. You will require an understanding of the recycling system as a complete unit, from material infeed, through shredding, to the weigh scales.  You will perform changeovers, minor maintenance, and material sorting to maintain a stable system.  Recycling requires stringent 5-S structure and cleanliness to operate effectively and safely.  You will be actively engaged in maintaining facility cleanliness during the shift.

What you’ll do

• Be the shift owner, ensuring the equipment, processes, and team members are working effectively to produce high quality, recycled plastic material


• Run an efficient recycling system that meets utilization targets


• Complete the proper start up, shut down, and system maintenance on each portion of the recycling system – Shredder, Conveyors, Pelletizer, Wash Tank, Utilities


• Perform equipment changeovers and material changes following the production schedule


• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on the system as opportunities arise


• Promptly identify and communicate recycling equipment problems as seen during equipment/system monitoring audits

 What we offer:

• On the job training


• Consistent 12 hr shifts, working a 2-2-3 schedule


• Annual bonus


• Paid Time Off


• 6 paid Holidays


• Additional paid days off during shut down on and around major holidays


• Growth Opportunities


• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with company match

 Who we are:

Family owned and operated since 1973, Monoflo International, Inc. is a rapidly growing manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While we manufacture many kinds of products, we have one true focus: leveraging state-of-the-art technology to manufacture premium products that enable companies to move their own products. We empower our employees to take control of their career and we reward a job well done with opportunities for advancement. Though we work together as a team, individual accountability and responsibility are the keys to success here. If you want to be able to take ownership of your day-to-day tasks and projects, and work alongside others who take the same pride in their work, apply today!

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