Machine Operator Assistant Jobs in Gadsden, AL (NOW HIRING)

Company Description NantBioRenewables is dedicated to creating a healthier, more sustainable world by reducing microplastics and their harmful impact on human health. The company develops innovative manufacturing solutions that prioritize environmental stewardship and social responsibility. NantBioRenewables focuses on building an inclusive ecosystem that empowers communities and supports long-term sustainability. Team members contribute to tangible, positive change for current and future generations. The organization values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement in all aspects of its work.

Extrusion / Compounding Operators shall be responsible for the operation of every available line related to bio-plastics production. They will work in conjunction with production assistants when necessary to finish goods in a timely manner, as well as fulfill other tasks assigned by the management team.

General responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:

Performs start-up and shutdown of operations as needed. Monitors gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Conducts tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Adds or mixes ingredients for processing. Cleans and maintains equipment, using hand tools. Observes production or monitors equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Operates or tends machines to mix or blend any of a wide variety of materials, such as color pigments. Records operational or production data on specified forms. Tends accessory equipment, such as pumps, to move materials or ingredients through production processes. Transfers materials, supplies, or products between work areas, using moving equipment or hand tools. Maintains equipment in clean, sanitary condition. Performs equipment clean-outs and special sanitation as required. Performs minor equipment adjustments, Preventive Maintenance, and repairs as directed. Sets or adjusts machine settings for proper operations, time, speed, color, temperature, and any other variable. Monitors compounding equipment and perform troubleshooting, while following policies and procedures regarding equipment, components, and finished goods. Accurately documents downtime, batch records and reconciliation forms. Reports decisions, problems, and questions to management in a timely manner.

SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT:

•           Forklift and electric pallet jack for material movement.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

•           Able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays or extended hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

All PPE will be provided including Hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, high visible vests when required and/or requested.