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