Grinder Operator A Crew (6:45am to 7pm 2/2/3 Blending Dept.)

Job Description

Job Description

PAY - $21.50 per hour.

Schedule is 6:45AM to 7PM on a 2/2/3 schedule.

Job Summary:

The AZEK Company/Timbertech Wilmington division is seeking a Grinder Operator for the Wood Plant. The Grinder Operator is responsible for the removal of all scrap material from production lines and running it through grinding equipment for reuse into the manufacturing process. The Grinder Operator ensures dust collection system emptied as required and regrind / blending lines are supplied with regrind material. If you are a high-energy, motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume for further consideration. This position reports to Production Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities:
• Contributes to accident free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.
• Fills hopper with sorted material to be ground.
• Changes dust collection bags from all collection systems for the extrusion area.
• Separates scrap and regrind by color and performs proper identification by use of a tag
• Gives production support in the staging of bins, skids, and regrind for use.
• Uses safe operating procedures while operating forklift. Performs daily maintenance check on forklift at the beginning of each shift after use.
• Informs Maintenance or Supervisor of any problems with grinding equipment.
• Understand and follow all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervision/management.

Qualifications:
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Forklift Certification.
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job including: Push / Pull / Lift / Manipulate 10lbs – 100lbs.
• Ability to stand for complete shift; kneeling, lifting overhead, bending climbing and crawling are often required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment where temperatures that can become very hot depending on the weather.

Education Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The AZEK Company has been acquired by James Hardie. James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with brands including Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. For more information about your rights, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.