About the role

Plastic Component Handler
Essential Functions:
  • Collect, sort, and stage plastic components and scrap materials from production lines.
  • Transport materials to designated accumulation or processing areas using authorized equipment.
  • Maintain FIFO practices and adhere to material flow standards consistent with TPS and plant procedures.
  • Support recycling and waste-handling requirements by following established documentation processes.
  • Perform routine removal of trash, scrap, and packaging materials from assigned manufacturing zones.
  • Conduct basic visual checks to ensure materials are properly classified and contamination is minimized.
  • Complete required logs, counts, or system entries to maintain material accuracy.
  • Participate in company 5S and housekeeping programs.
  • Communicate irregularities, shortages, or process issues promptly to the supervisor.
  • Crosstrain to support material handling activities across other areas as needed.
  • Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)
  • To perform the job successfully, an individual should have the following education, competencies and experience:
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate good organizational skills.
  • Able to lift up to 40 lbs. repeatedly and perform repetitive handling tasks.
  • Able to identify issues quickly and report to Supervisor.
  • Able to adapt to changing operational priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Work Experience Requirements: Prior material handling or manufacturing experience preferred. Must obtain a forklift operator's license through company training. EHS (Safety) experience highly preferred. Proven experience in plastic recycling operations is essential.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Junior

Location

Franklin, KY

Occupation

Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Industry

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing

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