Extrusion Operator - Reclaim

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.

Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better.

Purpose and role of job:

We are seeking an Erema/Reclaim operator for at our First Quality Print & Packaging facility located in Anderson, SC. This position will be responsible for operating a machine in a safe, competent, efficient, and productive manner.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.
• Keeps records of the operation of the machine and troubleshooting that was done.
• Maintains quality standards for the product.
• Ensures the proper materials are in place in a timely and orderly fashion
• Keeps the machine and the surrounding area clean.
• Assists maintenance personnel as required.
• Assists with the training of other employees as needed.
• Able to solve problems and root cause analysis.
• Must meet First Quality's core values and principles.
• Must be flexible in work hours, dependable and committed to First Quality and producing a quality product.
• Expectation of a challenging and learning experience and willingness to be taught.
• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.
• Follows necessary GMPs to comply with regulations.
• Conducts job in a manner which complies to the food safety program (SQF).
• Participates in Food Safety Activities.
• Reports food safety problems immediately to supervisor or a QA team member. Takes actions where appropriate.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Completes all required training and assessments.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate orally and written.
• Ability to work in a team orientated environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One to two years manufacturing experience required.
• Blown film experience is a plus.
• Prior computer experience preferred.

What We Offer You

• We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities

• Paid time off (three-week minimum)

• Medical, dental and vision starting day one

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid parental leave

• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)

• Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)

• Tuition assistance

• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums

• ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

For immediate consideration, please go to the Careers section at www.firstquality.com

to complete our online application.

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.