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Weekend Horizontal Grinder Operator Jobs in Missouri

Vestis

Production Washfloor Operator

Fulton, MO · On-site

$16.75/hr

... the horizontal position, selects the appropriate washer/dryer formula, and starts the machine ... Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends. * Overtime required as needed.

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What is a weekend horizontal grinder operator?

Weekend Horizontal Grinder Operators are professionals who operate horizontal grinding machines, typically in industrial or recycling settings, during weekend shifts. Their main responsibilities include loading materials, monitoring machine performance, ensuring safety protocols, and performing routine maintenance. These operators play a crucial role in processing wood, green waste, or other materials into smaller, manageable sizes for recycling or disposal. Working weekends often involves shift work and adherence to strict safety standards. The role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend horizontal grinder operator?

To thrive as a Weekend Horizontal Grinder Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, experience with industrial machinery, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with grinder controls, safety systems, and possibly a forklift certification are typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong problem-solving skills are important soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient operation of equipment and maintaining production quality during weekend shifts.

What are some common challenges faced by a weekend horizontal grinder operator, and how can they be addressed?

As a Weekend Horizontal Grinder Operator, you may encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality during long production runs, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and ensuring safety while operating heavy machinery. To address these issues, it’s important to follow regular maintenance schedules, communicate proactively with maintenance teams, and stay updated on operational best practices. Additionally, collaborating closely with supervisors and other operators helps ensure smooth workflow and quick resolution of any production interruptions.

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Production Washfloor Operator

Vestis

Fulton, MO • On-site

$16.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Vestis rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

118th of 175 rated vehicle equipment hire

Job description

Meet Vestis®: For the People Who Make It All Work
At Vestis®, we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams safe, confident, and focused on what matters most. More than a provider, we are a partner in productivity, trusted to keep you running.
Join us and build a career supporting the people who make it all work.
Overview
Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
  • Checks all machine safety devices before operating equipment and records and signs the appropriate equipment safety form. If machine does not pass safety inspection, operator will not operate unit, and notifies supervisor.
  • When loading washer, retrieve sling from storage and maneuvers sling to the washer's rails and in front of the washer. If loading a dryer, obtain an extracted sling from the overhead feed rail and verifies each batch ticket to avoid mixing lots and batches. Stages similar batches together for maximum product/wash utilization.
  • Positions washer/dryer in proper loading position (tilted up), removes batch ticket, loads the washer/dryer by untying the bottom cord of sling, forces the items into the washer/dryer cylinder, closes washer/dryer doors, lowers washer/dryer to the horizontal position, selects the appropriate washer/dryer formula, and starts the machine.
  • Takes the batch ticket and writes the ticket information on the washer/dryer form visually displayed by the machine.
  • For washer, enters the weight off of the batch ticket into SOFTROL. For dryer, re-ties the sling and transports to hoist staging area.
  • Unloads washer: opens washer door, tilts washer forward, moves lined cart with clean sling, and removes items from the washer into the cart, places batch tickets on top of items, moves cart to sling raise area, and tilts washer back into load position.
  • Unloads dryer: opens the front door, ensures items are at the proper moisture levels (if not, re-dry), raises the front-end of the dryer, moves to the rear of the machine, opens the rear door, places the appropriate tub at the dryer opening, removes items from dryer, places batch ticket on top of items, stores in appropriate area, closes rear door, and leaves dryer in tilted position to aid in loading process.
  • Verifies proper moisture retention of items, carts/tubs are not overload, load items are at proper temperature, all extracted slings are free of excessive water, and all items are properly cooled down.
  • Identifies any slings with rips or tears and removes them from the system.
  • Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions.
  • Working knowledge of basic math skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements
  • Work is performed in a warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
  • Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends.
  • Overtime required as needed.

Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Requires the ability to move or maneuver slings or carriers weighing up to 220 lbs.
  • Requires the ability to move, lift, carry, push, or pull product weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Requires bending, reaching, pulling, and pressing at shoulder level and below waist area.
  • Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
  • Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.

Education
High school degree or equivalent preferred.
Headquartered in Roswell, GA, Vestis® is the second largest provider in the industry with over 300,000 customer locations and approximately 20,000 teammates across North America. Vestis® is a leader in the B2B uniform and workplace supplies category. Vestis® provides clean and safe uniform services and workplace supplies to a broad range of North American customers from Fortune 500 companies to locally owned small businesses across a broad set of end markets. The Company's comprehensive service offering includes a full-service uniform rental program, cleanroom and other specialty garment processing, floor mats, towels, linens, managed restroom services, first aid supplies and more.
Vestis® is an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Vestis Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information below to request the appropriate accommodation.
Reasonable Accommodations and the Online Application Process
Consistent with Vestis and Canadian Linen's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Vestis or Canadian Linen, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-833-901-8823 or email us at accessibility@vestis.com.
Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Thank you for your interest in an employment opportunity with Vestis, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge.

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