Overview Overview Kadant GranTek was established in 1989 to manufacture products that reduce the amount of waste from paper mills to landfill. Together, we have built a great team with innovative, environmentally benefic…
Operate and monitor process equipment to produce quality products while adhering to safety and quality specifications. Handle raw materials and finished products using powered industrial equipment and maintain detailed production logs.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for technical training or degrees. Candidates must be able to work rotating 12-hour shifts, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in extreme weather environments.
Full job description
Overview
Overview
Kadant GranTek was established in 1989 to manufacture products that reduce the amount of waste from paper mills to landfill. Together, we have built a great team with innovative, environmentally beneficial products. We offer a stable work environment with a focus on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer (Benefits/Compensation)
$2,000 Signing Bonus for New Hires
Competitive wages
Starting wage of $23.25/hour with great opportunities for skill-based increases
Opportunities for overtime
Annual Bonus Program
Seniority Bonus
Medical and Dental Insurance with best-in-class premiums
Rotating work schedule which allows for a 3-day weekend every other week
10 Paid Holidays
401(k) with match of up to 5.00%
Health Club and Retail Wholesale Club memberships
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and adjust process equipment in an effective and safe manner
Follow proper safety procedures
Operate computer/production screens
Perform process checks to ensure that the process is running efficiently
Perform problem solving as necessary when equipment malfunctions
Complete required documentation for equipment logs and process settings
Produce quality product that meet specifications
Perform all required quality testing
Complete required documentation of quality performance
Identify non-conforming product and follow proper procedure to recycle/dispose of such product
Complete production order requirements
Operate powered industrial equipment (forklift, front end loader, ariel lift, etc.) to move raw material and finished product
Load bulk trucks and railcars per customer orders
Complete required documentation of shipment information
Perform routine cleaning of the production facility and equipment
Qualifications
Position Specification
High School diploma or equivalent. A technical degree or technical training is preferred
Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts and work overtime as needed
Ability to work in elevated areas
Ability to work in all-weather environments, including temperature extremes and dust
Works well with others
Self-motivated
Ability to balance the daily workload and complete work in a timely manner
Basic computer knowledge
Basic mechanical skills, particularity in the use of common hand and power tools
Willingness to complete instruction and training in the use of plant rolling stock
Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
Willingness to learn new skills and accept challenges
Occasionally lifting objects of up to 50 pounds
Periodic exposure to awkward or cramped working positions and vibrating equipment
Exposure to the potential hazards often found in a manufacturing environment
NOTICE
Kadant Grantek does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Kadant Grantek hires that candidate.
Transform papermaking waste products into viable cellulose granular products used as carriers in many applications.
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1989
Headquarters
Green Bay, Wisconsin
LinkedIn followers
433
Kadant GranTek Inc. transforms papermaking waste products into several viable cellulose granular products used as carriers for pest control in crop protection, green space maintenance, as an all purpose industrial absorbent and as premium cat box fillers.
Our product brands include Biodac® dust free granular carrier and Gran-sorb® loose granular industrial absorbent.
http://www.biodac.net/
http://www.gran-sorb.net/
Kadant GranTek Inc. is a subsidiary of Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI). To see what is new with Kadant, go to http://www.linkedin.com/company/kadant-inc.
Offices: 607 Liberty St, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54304, US
Transform papermaking waste products into viable cellulose granular products used as carriers in many applications.
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1989
Headquarters
Green Bay, Wisconsin
LinkedIn followers
433
Kadant GranTek Inc. transforms papermaking waste products into several viable cellulose granular products used as carriers for pest control in crop protection, green space maintenance, as an all purpose industrial absorbent and as premium cat box fillers.
Our product brands include Biodac® dust free granular carrier and Gran-sorb® loose granular industrial absorbent.
http://www.biodac.net/
http://www.gran-sorb.net/
Kadant GranTek Inc. is a subsidiary of Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI). To see what is new with Kadant, go to http://www.linkedin.com/company/kadant-inc.
Offices: 607 Liberty St, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54304, US