Recycling Operator

SM Polymers Inc. continues to grow We are a plastic resin distributor located Fergus Ontario with sales across North America.

We are searching for hard working and dedicated employees to expand our recycling operations work hours.

Are you a night owl? Do you like to work overnight? Are you punctual and reliable? Can you work individually, and as part of a larger group? How do 3 day weekends sound?

We are looking for 2 or 3 individuals to fill this newly created shift: Monday to Thursday 9PM to 7AM

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Safe and efficient operation of recycling equipment, including grinders, shredders, densifiers, band saws, cleaners, and an extruder.
- Experience with rotating equipment, machine maintenance, and extrusion operation is a definite asset.
- Load, unload & move products and materials by using basic material handling equipment
- Perform other activities such as counting, weighing, sorting, packing and unpacking.
- Operate Forklift in a safe manner.
- Keep all manufacturing and shipping/receiving areas organized.
- Must be able to lift 25-30kgs (55-66 lbs) and assist with repackaging of materials.
- Practice safe work procedures and follow all health & safety regulations.

Wages: Dependant on experience and ability. Extrusion and grinder operators will be given preference. Benefits are available after 3 months, with overtime rate paid after 44 hours.

Benefits: Dental, Medical, Drug and Vision. RRSP Matching after 1 year

**Need to Have Skills & Experience**:
Plastic Extrusion, Safe Forklift Operation, Manufacturing, Warehouse or Production Experience, attention to detail, punctuality, and attendance.

**Good to Have Skills & Experience**:
Rotational equipment operation, machine maintenance, inventory control and the ability to trouble shoot equipment as well as basic physical material testing.

**Bonus Skills & Experience**:
Excel and Word proficiency.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Forklift: 1 year (preferred)
- Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person