Pelletizer Operator

At Kruger Family Industries, parent company of Penda Corporation and TriEnda Holdings, our passion is to bring great products to life through an exceptional area of thermoformed solutions. We are the North America leader in heavy gauge thermoformed plastics. We are committed to delivering highly engineered, high quality material handling products and automotive accessories that reduce the weight and cost of traditional composite, fiberglass, wood and metal products, making this an opportunity to work in an innovative environment during an exciting growth phase.

Shifts / Schedules:          Shift 5 (6:45 pm – 7:00 am)

                                                    (5:45 pm- 6:00 am starting January 1, 2025)

Location:                          P3

SUMMARY                  

Operates a plastic compound extruder in a team environment while being efficient, clean, safe,

and maintaining company quality standards. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Determines production requirements by reading and implementing general and special instructions on each compound work order 
• Reviews and applies the manufacturing bill of materials to each work order 
• Checks and ensures the raw materials preparation including any related drying requirements 
• Ensures that all equipment including those upstream and downstream is thoroughly cleaned in accordance with our work instructions and/or other special instructions that may be indicated on the production schedule 
• Sets extruder operating parameters in accordance with the manufacturing master work instructions 
• Prepares production run sheet records 
• Throughout the production run, ensure that operating parameters are tuned to establish maximum extruder performance and quality 
• Completes all in-process testing requirements and maintains the shift production log.
• Maintains a clean working environment by consistently removing manufacturing debris from the floor, machine surfaces, and by cleaning work surface areas to prevent the build-up of manufacturing residue 
• Takes immediate action to prevent and correct unsafe operating conditions and/or injury
• Provide instructions to Material Handlers as to upcoming material requirements
• Operates as a team player to assist all company employees in meeting or exceeding internal customer expectations and minimize interpersonal conflicts 
• Follows applicable Versatility Chart
• Complies with all safety regulations and applies good judgment in performing all tasks. 
• Complies with all related ISO requirements 
• Communicate with the shift supervisor all appropriate concerns related to working conditions, safety, injuries, and interpersonal conflicts 

• Other duties as may be requested and/or assigned by company management 
• Performs all duties in compliance with regulatory requirements as well as company policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  None

 QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent or one to three months related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education/training/experience. 
• The ability to read and interpret documents including safety rules, operational instructions, procedure manuals, and MSDS sheets.
• Employee must have the ability to write routine production summary reports

This position is being posted internally and advertised externally.  Internal candidates my turn in applications to HR or apply on the “Careers” section of their Dayforce profile. External candidates may apply on the KFI Careers page.  Please apply by Friday, December 27^th, 2024.

Kruger Family Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer