Plastics Production 2nd Shift (Monday-Thursday 6pm-6am)

Plastics Production

Southeast Culvert, Inc. (SeC) is a leading manufacturer of corrugated plastic and metal pipe used in storm water management solutions. We are in Winder, GA and seek an experienced Plastics Production to support the end-to-end activities of the plastic pipe production process to meet industry specifications and quality standards in a timely and efficient manner.
This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and some weekends in shift rotations covering a 24/7 operation (day and night shifts). There will be a training and application period to learn all facets of the process, end to end. There will be a training and application period to learn all facets of the process, end to end. The Plastics Technician will be part of a team led by a shift operator/s that will direct activities on the shift they work. They will report to a Production Supervisor. The objectives of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the downstream production process (cutting, gasketing, & haul off)
• Proactively engage the operator and maintenance team for planned and reactive maintenance of production equipment
• Support timely changeover of all diameter of pipe with minimal downtime, supporting the operator to diagnose root cause issues
• Perform quality control monitoring and measurement (using micrometer)
• Develop working knowledge of operator responsibilities and machine performance to support the production process
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Understand, practice, and align decisions with SeC core values

Primary Job Skills:
An applicant should possess and be able to provide examples of the following skills/knowledge:

• Takes quick action to help teammates
• Ability to learn and master downstream activities and procedures
• Ability to cross-train new downstream personnel
• Be Forklift certified and able to train new personnel on forklift operations & procedures
• Maintain and inspect forklifts for proper working conditions
• Ability to learn and master machinery and basic maintenance needs
• Ability to gain a good understanding and measurement of industry materials and specs
• Ability to learn to read and use shop drawings
• An enjoyment of working with machinery and tools.
• Enjoyment of helping others and building trusting relationships
• Familiarity with and ability to use bill of material products
• Proactive in surfacing problems and supporting resolution
• Ability and willingness to document production processes & procedures
• Practice good housekeeping procedures across plant

Ideal Skills & Experience

• 2+ years in a plastic extruder-based production environment or other extruder-based production processes
• Experience performing tool and die changeovers
• Familiar with the use of precise measuring instruments (micrometer)
• Forklift certified

Ideal Behavioral Traits

• Responds well to time constraints and generally works at a steady to brisk pace.
• Enjoys influencing others but is still willing to follow direction from others when necessary.
• Generally outgoing and capable of working effectively in a team environment.
• Creating trusting relationships with supervisors, peers, and direct reports.
• Effective without direct management, yet welcomes some structure and supervision as needed.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude.
• Balances timeliness and deliberation but is comfortable making quick decisions.
• Responds appropriately to the needs of others but willingly defends his or her opinions.
• Uses judgement that balances common sense and practical experience.
• Demonstrates our core values:
  • Take Action Now Be Responsive
  • Help Others First Be Extra- Ordinary
  • Earn The Trust Be Professional
  • Respect The Small Details Matter / People Matter

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Other Information

• Must submit to a background check
• Competitive pay offered
• Insurance and benefits including 401(k) with matching and a profit-sharing program