Production Operator

Louisville, Kentucky
Aurora Material Solutions
Job Description Job Description

Lastique International Corporation Louisville, Kentucky

Ready to join a growing team that’s a leader in plastics processing and recycling?

Lastique International is a Louisville-based company supplying top-quality plastic resins-like Polypropylene, Polyethylene, and PVC-to manufacturers worldwide. We’re serious about sustainability, too; we operate a huge 130,000 square foot facility right here in Louisville where we actively recycle millions of pounds of PVC scrap every year.

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Production Machine Operator to be a key player in our production process. In this critical role, you’ll be hands-on with the equipment-running grinders, pulverizers, blenders, or pelletizers-that helps us create high-quality compounds and keeps material out of landfills. If you’re a professional, self-motivated worker who can adapt quickly and wants to make a real impact on product quality and our recycling mission, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more specialized polymer processing machines (such as grinders, pulverizers, blenders, or pelletizers) to precise production specifications on a continuous basis.
• Lift and secure workpieces/materials manually or with a hoist, facilitating the handling of various plastic and nonmetal materials (Polypropylene, Polyethylene, PVC).
• Start machines, engage feed, and continuously monitor operations to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
• Conduct thorough inspections and measure workpieces/compounds for quality assurance, adhering to Lastique’s high standards.
• Adjust machine controls as needed to maintain tolerance and achieve optimal performance in the resin processing line.
• Clean and maintain machined parts and work areas, upholding a safe and organized environment within our 130,000 sq. ft. facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 months related experience or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of professional machine operating experience. (Preferred)
• Forklift experience. (Preferred)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• English language proficiency.

Work Environment

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise.
• Occasional exposure to high places, electrical shock risk, and outside weather conditions.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Lastique is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Relocation services are not provided.

Company Description OUR MISSION: To be our customers’ first choice in polymer compound solutions, enabling their success through innovation and consistently delivering high-quality products with exceptional customer service.

We are known for manufacturing the highest quality advanced polymers, custom thermoplastics and compounds for a variety of applications in the building & construction, industrial, consumer, and electrical/electronic/wire & cable industries.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES: Safety 1st • Customer Focused • Entrepreneurially Driven

CORE VALUES:
RESPECT – Operate in a spirit of cooperation and dignity.
INTEGRITY – Be transparent, honest and ethical in all interactions.
TRUST – Keep promises and commitments made to others.
RESOURCEFULNESS – Demonstrate initiative when facing challenges or new opportunities.
IMPROVEMENT – Maintain a mindset to continually enhance quality products and services.
TEAMWORK – Know that we cannot achieve or provide great things alone. Company Description OUR MISSION: To be our customers’ first choice in polymer compound solutions, enabling their success through innovation and consistently delivering high-quality products with exceptional customer service. We are known for manufacturing the highest quality advanced polymers, custom thermoplastics and compounds for a variety of applications in the building & construction, industrial, consumer, and electrical/electronic/wire & cable industries. GUIDING PRINCIPLES: Safety 1st • Customer Focused • Entrepreneurially Driven CORE VALUES: RESPECT – Operate in a spirit of cooperation and dignity. INTEGRITY – Be transparent, honest and ethical in all interactions. TRUST – Keep promises and commitments made to others. RESOURCEFULNESS – Demonstrate initiative when facing challenges or new opportunities. IMPROVEMENT – Maintain a mindset to continually enhance quality products and services. TEAMWORK – Know that we cannot achieve or provide great things alone.