Job description:
Job Overview
We are growing and are seeking reliable and hard-working Grinder Operators / Material Handler to join our manufacturing team. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a great attitude who’s eager to learn and grow in a hands-on environment. No prior experience is required—we’ll provide full training. You’ll play a key role in keeping our regrind operations clean, efficient, and contamination-free. Keep correct materials supplied to dryers and extrusion lines while ensuring dryers are set to correct temps and functioning properly. Day and Night shifts are available!
Responsibilities
- Operate grinders to process plastic regrind material efficiently with minimal downtime
- Perform basic equipment start-up and shut-down procedures
- Clean grinding equipment between runs to prevent material contamination
- Follow grinding flow charts and work instructions accurately
- Maintain clear and accurate records using computer software and internal forms
- Keep work area clean and organized in accordance with 5S and GMP standards
- Use computers to navigate basic file systems and locate documents (SOPs, forms, etc.)
- Report any contamination or non-conformance immediately to leadership
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times
- Work independently and stay productive during downtime or low supervision
- Identify and complete tasks proactively—keep equipment clean, assist teammates, and maintain flow
- Participate in additional duties or training as assigned
Qualifications
- No experience required – full training provided
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Dependable attendance and commitment to safety
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs regularly
- Basic math and reading comprehension (12th-grade level)
- Comfortable working around machinery, noise, dust, and temperature changes
- Mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing is a plus
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Shifts Available:
GOEX is a 24/7 facility with a 2x2x3 12 hour rotating schedule
- Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
- Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Day Shift: 5:50am - 6:00pm ($3/hour premium for weekends)
- Night Shift: 5:50pm - 6:00am ($3/hour premium for night shift and $3/hour premium for weekends)
Join GOEX Corporation as a Grinder Operator / Material Handler and take the first step in a long-term manufacturing career! You'll gain valuable skills in a clean, safety-focused environment with opportunities to grow and advance. In this role, you’ll also play a key part in helping us recycle plastic and keep it out of our landfills—making a positive impact on both production and the planet.
Job Type: Full-time
Perks:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This role requires staying busy even when tasks slow down. How do you handle downtime during a shift?
- This role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working around dust, noise, and machinery. Are you comfortable with that?
- Why are you interested in this position, and what makes you a good fit for a hands-on manufacturing job?
- Are you available to work our rotating 2x2x3 schedule?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Grinder / Material Handler (Canada)
🏢 Goex
📍 Canada