Job Description
Position Summary:
The Blender is responsible for overseeing, tracking, and continuously improving all scrap and regrind activities within Molding and Print/Deco operations. This role serves as the process owner for scrap generation, regrind processing, regrind usage, and material disposition.
While the Blender must possess the full working knowledge and skillsets of Material Handlers and Grinders, the primary responsibility of this role is oversight, coordination, tracking, and reporting. The Blender may perform material handling or grinding tasks as needed to support operations, training, or coverage, but these activities are not the primary function of the position.
The Blender functions as the Lead Material Handler , providing leadership and accountability for scrap and regrind‑related material handling practices, with a strong focus on data accuracy, financial impact, and continuous improvement.
The Blender reports directly to the Production Manager and provides weekly detailed reporting on scrap and regrind metrics down to the individual resin and color level.
Responsibilities:
All personnel must be familiar with Life Saving Rules and Safety Rules as presented in the Employee Handbook.
Ear plugs, safety glasses, hairnets, smocks, and any other job‑related personal protective equipment must be worn in production areas at all times. Hairnets must be changed daily or as needed. All hair must be secured inside the hairnet and worn below the ears. Smocks must be removed prior to entering break rooms or restrooms.
Steel toe safety shoes must be worn at all times.
Clock in and communicate with the previous shift as required to ensure continuity of scrap, regrind, and material handling operations.
Oversee all scrap and regrind activities within Molding and Print/Deco. Act as the primary owner of scrap generation, regrind processing, regrind usage, and material disposition.
Function as the Lead Material Handler , providing oversight, guidance, and accountability for Material Handlers and Grinders involved in scrap collection, segregation, and grinding operations.
Possess and maintain the full skillset and working knowledge of Material Handlers and Grinders. Perform material handling or grinding tasks as needed for training, coverage, troubleshooting, or operational support, while maintaining primary focus on oversight responsibilities.
Direct and monitor Material Handlers and Grinders responsible for scrap collection, movement, and grinding to ensure compliance with established procedures.
Ensure all scrap is properly segregated and classified as one of the following: Clean Scrap (eligible for clean regrind)
Printed Scrap (printed material suitable only for printed regrind)
Contaminated Scrap (unsellable and non‑recoverable material)
Ensure contaminated scrap is not mixed with clean or printed scrap under any circumstances.
Track scrap and regrind metrics by resin and color, including:
· Total scrap produced
· Total clean regrind ground
· Total printed regrind ground
· Total clean regrind returned to production
· Total printed regrind returned to production (if applicable)
· Total contaminated scrap generated
· Regrind sold and associated revenue
Maintain proper traceability documentation for all regrind material, including resin type, color, scrap classification (clean or printed), and date produced.
Ensure grinders are properly cleaned when changing resin, color, or scrap classification to prevent cross‑contamination, following established cleaning procedures.
Ensure approved regrind material is used appropriately in production systems without negatively impacting product quality or production efficiency.
Prepare and deliver weekly scrap and regrind reports to the Production Manager, including trend analysis, financial impact, and areas for improvement.
Understand and monitor the financial impact of scrap generation, regrind utilization, and regrind sales.…