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Production Operator

Location:

Houston

Type of employment:

Full-time

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Do you enjoy a challenging position and flexible work life? Would you like to be a part of an international corporation striving for a sustainable future? Then you may just be the person we are looking for.

Our US team is looking for an experienced Operator to work in our tire recycling plant in Houston, Texas.

What Genan offers

We provide a competitive benefits package.

The company pays 100% of employee medical, dental and vision premiums and offers competitive affordable plans for their families. Company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, matching 401(k) plan, company-observed holidays and paid time off. KPI incentive bonuses as well as training and development opportunities.

Environmental company Genan boasts more than 35 years of experience in tire recycling. Counting a total of seven state-of-the-art factories – one in Denmark, four in Germany, one in Portugal and one in the USA – Genan is the largest tire recycler in the world. Sustainability is our core value, and by turning huge volumes of end-of-life tires into new resources, Genan helps solve an immense, global problem. To strive for a sustainable future takes a dynamic and dedicated team; and our more than 300 passionate employees are thus the core of our organization.

About the job​

Qualifications & experience​

Work experience as an Operator in a similar industry is strongly preferred. Technical school or certification will be considered. To be successful in this position, you must have good trouble-shooting skills and mechanical aptitude.

Key responsibilities

  • The Operator works in the Production department and may have areas of responsibility in one or more areas of the Production. This is or may include Shredders, Granulators, Bagging, Tower and in the Millrooms.
  • Operate Shredders and/or Granulators
  • Assist with plant changeovers
  • Adjust equipment to meet product specifications
  • Clean Tower and machinery
  • Conduct quality control checks
  • Operate fork lift to move product in preparation for processing and after
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow safety regulations
  • Ensure safety policies are understood and enforced
  • Comply with OSHA safety and health rules