Production Line Operator

About Us:
At Liberty Tire Recycling, we're building a sustainable future - one tire at a time. As North America's leading tire recycler, we offer a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the environment. Join our team of nearly 4,000 dedicated employees across 70+ sites and help us transform billions of pounds of waste tires into valuable resources. We're committed to innovation, a circular economy, and providing a rewarding workplace where you can grow and thrive.
Job Summary:
The Line Operator, under the direction of the Line Supervisor, will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the operating line as required, producing a clean, quality product; maintaining machines and cleanliness of plant; ensuring safety, including regulatory, awareness of all equipment and operations.
We run our operations 24/7 with a variety of shifts. All applicants must be able to work the morning, afternoon shift and graveyard shifts. Shift Schedules changes may occur with 48 hours’ notice due to operational need. Applicants will receive an additional premium on top of their hourly rate when working the following shifts:
Afternoon shift incentive start time is between 12:00PM - 6:00PM. The premium is $0.50 per hour.
Evening/Night shift incentive start time is between 6:00PM – 12:00AM/midnight. The premium is $1.50 per hour.
Compensation:
$25.80 per hour to start, $28.15 per hour after 3-months of employment
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist in monitoring, checking and adjusting machinery
Tie, hang bags, remove bag weights, record weights on production report, and put production in storage
Assist in cleaning, and checking for damaged parts and sources of product contamination
Clear jams in packaging, infeed using proper tools and procedures
Clean stationary magnets to ensure that product does not get contaminated with steel particles
Perform all functions according to company policy, procedure and proper safety practices
Maintain excellent communication with fellow crew, supervisors and management
Keep plant area clean by shoveling and sweeping
Perform other duties as required
Required Skills & Abilities:
Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred
Forklift certification experience or equivalent
Ability to operate a forklift and reach-truck is considered an asset
Ability to understand and follow directions accurately
Knowledge of proper safety procedures in and around equipment and machines
Good communication skills oral and written
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to learn new tasks quickly and apply them accurately
Ability to work well as part of a team
Ability to work in inclement weather
What Liberty offer’s the right candidate:
An amazing team that will quickly become part of your family
A rewarding career
Long term and stable employment
Comprehensive Benefits
5 paid sick days per year
Boot Allowance voucher
On-the-Job Training, and opportunity for continued learning
Safety Training, Programs and Committee
Referral Bonus – Earn up to $1,000 for referring someone
Competitive pay that matches your experience and qualifications

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No