Join Us in Making Plastic Recycling Real Be a part of the movement to make plastics recycling real. At Blue Polymers, we're transforming post-consumer plastic into high-quality resin that goes right back into packaging - tackling the recycling challenge at its source and scaling it for lasting impact. With regional centers opening across the U.S., we're delivering a local solution with nationwide reach. At Blue Polymers, you'll be part of a mission-driven team tackling some of the biggest sustainability challenges in the industry. Our innovative solution reduces carbon footprints, increases recycling efficiency and helps brands meet their sustainability goals - all while making recycling real for consumers. What you'll get working for us:
- A chance to drive real impact in sustainability and plastics recycling
- An innovative, growth-oriented environment where big ideas and bold solutions are encouraged
- Collaboration with top industry leaders, including Republic Services and Ravago
- Opportunities for career advancement in a fast-growing, cutting-edge company
- A strong culture of transparency, efficiency and problem-solving
If you're passionate about sustainability and ready to be part of a game-changing team, we want to hear from you. Let's make plastics recycling real - together. Position Summary The purpose of the Material Packer is to perform a variety of material packing duties. Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to operating plant equipment which includes forklifts and hand trucks. Responsible for monitoring the loading of PET and other products into bags and accurately recording weight of each bag. De-bagging PET flake. Responsible for removal and disposal of trash from work area and using Bag baling machine to bale empty bags. Responsible for completing required production reports. Essential Functions and Responsibilities • Understands the company's commitment to safety. • Understands the basic safety requirements, policies, and SOP's. • Understands the disciplinary policy for safety violations. • Understands the Zero Tolerance Safety Rules. • Understands and follows plant safety procedures and guidelines. • Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. • Understands Lock-Out/Tag-Out policies and procedures. • Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately, this includes witnessing such acts committed by other employees. • Participates in required safety training and toolbox talks. • Be aware of the surroundings, watch where you are walking. • Knows emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machines failures, workplace injuries, etc. • Inspects machine guarding and work areas for hazards and informs supervisor of any safety concerns. • Responsible to look for hazards, continuously and notify supervisor of any safety hazards. Tasks • Monitor PET output in accordance with production goals. • Keep equipment and floor waste receptacles empty and clean and empty as needed. • Maintain a clean and orderly workspace. • Load and unload trucks as directed. • Assist with physical inventory. • Track and record material movements using authorized production reports. • Work with Quality department to maintain acceptable quality of product. • Follow all procedures, processes, and safety requirements. • Report to work on time and maintain company attendance standards. • Maintain appropriate work behavior with co-workers and management. • Report directly to Foreman. • Perform other duties as assigned by management. • Assists other workers with specific tasks as requested. • Follows plant Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's). General & Administrative • Completes and fills out required paperwork, logs, and related materials, including forklift checklists. • Carries out activities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws. • Completes all assigned cleaning tasks. • Immediately notify supervisor of any/all processing or maintenance problems. • Reports to work on time and follows Evergreen attendance policy and guidelines. • No direct supervision responsibilities Qualifications • Willingness to work and follow instructions. • Forklift Certification. • Proficiency in math, reading and typing. To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) required. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience, Education and/or Licensing Certifications • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Blue Polymers is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.