Description:
Job Title: Laborer / Plastic Tote Welder
Location: Pendleton, IN
Schedule: Full-Time | Hourly
Friday โ Sunday
6:00 AM โ 6:00 PM
Work 3 days per week with 4 days off
Pay: $17-18/hour | Pay increase after position certification is obtained
About Nutrition 101: Nutrition 101 is an industry leader in recovering food waste and converting it into valuable livestock feed. Based in Pendleton, Indiana, our team helps food processors reduce waste while supporting sustainable agriculture. Every year, our work helps recover millions of tons of food byproducts and transform them into useful products for livestock producers.
We are growing and looking for dependable team members who enjoy hands-on work and learning specialized repair skills.
What You'll Do: As a Plastic Repair Technician, you will repair and restore plastic containers such as totes and drums used in production operations. Excellent opportunities available for growth/advancement!
Key responsibilities include:
ยท Inspect plastic totes and containers to identify damage
ยท Repair containers using plastic welding equipment and repair tools
ยท Patch, weld, and reshape plastic components to restore structural integrity
ยท Follow work instructions and production guidelines
ยท Maintain welding tools and all equipment for repairing totes
ยท Use tablets and Excel spreadsheets to record completed repairs and materials used
ยท Maintain a clean and organized work area
ยท Work with production and quality teams to ensure repaired containers meet safety and quality standards
Requirements:
What We're Looking For:
ยท Experience with welding, plastic repair, or similar hands-on work preferred
ยท Willingness to learn plastic welding techniques and repair processes
ยท Ability to use hand tools and shop equipment safely
ยท Computer knowledge; ability to use tablets and Excel spreadsheets
ยท Strong attention to detail and ability to identify damage or defects
ยท Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
ยท Ability to lift 50โ75 pounds
ยท Ability to work in a production environment around machinery and equipment
ยท Team-oriented and dependable
Benefits: Nutrition 101 offers a competitive benefits package including:
ยท Competitive Wage DOE + Performance Based Bonuses
ยท Medical, Dental, Vision
ยท Telemedicine for Primary Care, Urgent Care, and Mental Health
ยท $25k Group Life & ADD + Voluntary Life for Self or Dependents
ยท Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
ยท Critical Illness & Accident Insurances
ยท 401k with up to 4% Company Match
ยท Company Holidays & Paid Time Off
ยท Employee Assistance Program
ยท Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment
ยท Referral Bonus
ยท Employee Empowerment Program - We are all owners!
Work Environment: This role is performed in a production environment and may involve:
ยท Standing and moving for extended periods
ยท Working with heated tools and industrial equipment
ยท Working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
ยท Wearing required safety equipment