Production Line Worker I

$33,280 - $35,360/Yr

Strategic Materials - Midlothian, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Midlothian, TX

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Production Line Worker I is a general laborer role focused on safely and efficiently performing various labor duties at a glass recycling facility. This position involves processing and sorting materials, maintaining quality control, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and sort materials through a production line, which may require standing.
• Maintain material flow and ensure quality product by completing routine checks on optical sorters and screens.
• Clean a specific zone that may include conveyors, sorters, platforms, stairs, screens, and floors.
• Wear appropriate site-specific personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Understand and adhere to all company operating procedures and safety policies.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following processes and procedures (5S).
• Maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor.
• Identify possible quality issues with material being processed and communicate with the supervisor.
• Identify potential equipment issues and communicate with the supervisor.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to use motor coordination with finger dexterity occasionally.
• Ability to bend/twist at the waist for extended periods.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to walk on flat or uneven surfaces, up and down stairs, and on grass or gravel.
• Ability to sit at certain workstations or in powered industrial vehicles as required.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed.
• Ability to lift loads up to 50 pounds, assisting in lifting heavy loads with others as required.
• Ability to extend arms fully and grasp small objects.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with competitive hourly wage of $16 - $17 per hour.