Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Who are we? Reed Minerals, provider of the well-known BLACK BEAUTY®, is an industry pioneer in the processing of products for environmentally beneficial uses and recognized for its high-quality, high-performance abrasives, roofing granules, and filtration products. Reed continually develops creative methods of sourcing, recycling, and upcycling materials to provide exceptional value and environmental solutions to the industries they serve. Reed is the most trusted brand in the roofing and abrasives industry with over 90 years of manufacturing consistent, high-quality products.

Job Description. The Production Worker will be a critical piece of the production process, helping to produce high-quality products used in a variety of industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you're looking to build a career in a hands-on role with a company that values teamwork, reliability, and quality, we encourage you to read on and apply!

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions) include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for all general day to day production activities, including bagging, load-out, forklift operations, hauling materials in trucks.
• Works as a team to load trucks following shipping requirements.
• Inspects all trucks before loading, internally and externally in compliance with site safety practices.
• Load vehicles evenly with material to appropriate weight.
• Keep loading areas clean.
• Complete truck checklist.
• Perform general clean up:
  • Keep the loadout plant area clean of material and debris
  • Make sure all trash cans are emptied weekly from the office and plant area
  • Assist in cleaning other areas of the plant, when necessary
• Operate bagging equipment to bag and palletize material
• Perform pre-start-up checks of equipment and fill out any forms or inspections associated with the bagging operation.
• Load trucks with bagged material, making sure that the product being loaded matches the material being placed on each truck and care is taken in placement of all pallets.
• If certified, operate a forklift safely, making sure all mobile equipment logs are filled out daily for each piece of machinery.
• Complete quality testing as required.
• Log all analysis properly on the respective pick slips.
• Notify the plant operator when the proper materials for bagging production are needed.
• If blends are performed, make sure the blend is logged for the duration of the blend and proper QC standards are followed.
• Notify management and office administrators if any of the following occur:
  • Material shortages for daily shipments
  • Gradation problems or loading time changes
  • Unusual noises or potential mechanical problems
• Assist maintenance in repairing any mechanical equipment, when necessary
• Complete and maintain all related paperwork as directed by management daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly.
• Other duties may be assigned in order to maintain a safe and efficient operation.

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

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the company physical, drug & alcohol screening, and background check.
• Physical Requirement include:
  • Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs
  • Twist / bend / stand for long durations
  • Frequent walking as you change positions and locations
  • Working at heights will vary
  • Ability to work in uneven terrain with exposure to varying weather conditions
• Forklift and front-end loader certification a plus

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company match! Reed Minerals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guideline

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