Recycle Quality Assurance Operator
full-time•Hartford City
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Hartford City Plant - Hartford City, IN 47348Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: Any
Petoskey Plastics is an environmentally focused recycler and film, bag and resin manufacturer providing superior products and solutions. We are dedicated to our mission statement: to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are looking for a family oriented, career path focused company, Petoskey Plastics is here for you. We offer paid training and a number of different growth opportunities. Start your career at Petoskey Plastics today!
The Recycle Quality Assurance Operator will be responsible for inspecting and grading scrap bales of material, conducting resin checks, spot-checking process control documents, evaluating the quality of purchased materials from suppliers, and ensuring the Recycle Department adheres to Quality Management System (QMS)
Responsibilities
Assess the quality of scrap bales of material to ensure they meet company standards
Perform regular resin checks to verify material composition and quality
Conduct test on pellets to ensure they meet quality specifications
Review and verify process control documents to ensure compliance with established procedures
Perform spot checks on production lines to ensure blend accuracy
Evaluate the quality of materials purchased from suppliers and provide feedback to ensure they meet company specifications
Track supplier performance and fallout rates to identify areas for improvement
Ensure the recycling department adheres to the Quality Management System (QMS) by monitoring processes and implementing necessary improvements
Accurately document inspection results and maintain detailed records of quality control activities
Work closely with production and procurement teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
QualificationsEducation
High School Diploma or GED; additional technical training or certification in quality control or a related field is a plus
Experience
Previous experience in quality control, preferably in a recycling or manufacturing environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications
Good communication and teamwork skills
Proficiency in using quality control tools and software
Essential Functions
Regular and Reliable Attendance
Reading
Writing
Visual Acuity
Ascend/Descend Stairways and Platforms with Heights of up to 50+ feet
Standing for 12 hours
Walking
Bending
Twisting
Reaching
Pushing
Pulling
Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds (higher weights require a two-person lift)
Concentration
What you'll do
- The Recycle Quality Assurance Operator is responsible for inspecting and grading scrap bales of material, conducting resin checks, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. They will also evaluate materials from suppliers and document inspection results.
About PETOSKEY PLASTICS
Since 1970, Petoskey Plastics has been the innovator in manufacturing blown plastic film and bags that are engineered for performance. We are an industry leader supplying the automotive, grocery, medical, recycling, food, retail, packaging and construction industries with engineered solutions that meet specific needs.
We first began recycling in 1978, and have never stopped thinking green. Our Greencore® closed loop recycling program takes used plastic out of the waste stream and puts it back into customer products. Thanks to our innovative, multi-layer manufacturing process, we're supplying our customers with high-performance polyethylene products that are good for them and good for the environment.
Our corporate headquarters and original manufacturing plant are located in beautiful Petoskey, Michigan, with additional manufacturing facilities in Morristown, TN; Hartford City, IN; and McKinney, TX. Hartford City is the home of our, 300,000 square foot recycling and distribution facility. The main sales office is located in Birmingham, Michigan.
Our mission at Petoskey Plastics is to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. This philosophy has led to continuous growth since our founding in 1969.
We use environmentally responsible manufacturing and packaging processes that preserve resources, reduce our carbon footprint and improve our quality of life.
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What does a Recycle Quality Assurance Operator do at PETOSKEY PLASTICS?
As a Recycle Quality Assurance Operator at PETOSKEY PLASTICS, you will: the Recycle Quality Assurance Operator is responsible for inspecting and grading scrap bales of material, conducting resin checks, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. They will also evaluate materials from suppliers and document inspection results..
Is the Recycle Quality Assurance Operator position at PETOSKEY PLASTICS remote?
The Recycle Quality Assurance Operator position at PETOSKEY PLASTICS is based in Hartford City, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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