OPEN POSITIONS.
We believe in being trusted partners for our customers, loyal neighbours in our communities, and consistent stewards of our environment.
Are you a highly motivated team player? Do you want to leave the planet cleaner than you found it? If so, we want to talk to you!
Purchaser of Recyclable Material & Supplies.
The Company:
The Company: EFS-plastics is one of North America’s leading plastic recyclers, focused on converting post-consumer mixed plastics (#3-7) and plastic film into high-quality resin pellets. As global concern around plastic waste rises, EFS looks to grow by providing a sustainable alternative to virgin plastic. We currently have three locations in Listowel, ON, Lethbridge, AB and Hazelton, PA.
Our mission is to protect the environment and reduce waste by processing post-consumer recycled plastics into a viable, mainstream resource.
We believe in being trusted partners for our customers, loyal neighbours in our communities, and consistent stewards of our environment.
EFS-plastics is based in Listowel, Ontario, with offices in Lethbridge, Alberta and Hazleton, PA, USA. | This is a hybrid or remote position.
Job Type - Full Time
The Position:
We’re looking for a Purchaser of Recyclable Material & Supplies to manage purchasing of both raw material and building relationships with suppliers. The majority of the Manager’s time will be spent securing post-consumer plastic produced at Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) across North America. This position requires travelling in the US and Canada. We are looking for a creative, honest, environmentally-focused professional to expand and improve our feedstock supply.
Responsibilities:
Maintain strong and transparent relationship with our existing suppliers;
Provide weekly updates and develop monthly strategic sourcing plan with supervisor;
Issue purchase orders and coordinate with Logistics Coordinator on scheduling;
Secure new suppliers of raw material
Communicate regularly with internal staff to evaluate quality of supply;
Work with suppliers to improve MRF operations to enhance quality or increase volume through frequent phone calls and occasional site visits;
Maintain inventory of process supplies and place orders when necessary; and
Reduce costs of process supplies through negotiation and diverse sourcing.
Requirements:
Solid understanding of the recycling industry;
Passionate about the waste industry and environment;
Familiarity with operation of MRFs;
Exposure to post-consumer plastic commodities and markets;
Experience in negotiating pricing;
Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work independently;
Excellent communication, listening and presentation skills;
Comfort using Excel and managing a pricing database; and
Integrity, confidentiality and professionalism
Why Should I Apply?
Receive a competitive salary and leading industry benefits;
Maintain a healthy work-life balance; and
Be at the frontier of addressing the growing plastic waste problem.
Please apply by email: jeff.wood@efs-plastics.ca
Machine Operator.
EFS-plastics Inc. | Listowel Ontario
The Position:
We’re looking to fill positions for Machine Operators at our plastic recycling facility in Listowel, ON.
Responsibilities:
Monitor fully automated production system
Work closely with shift supervisor to fulfill customer orders
Safely Operate forklift
Keeps work area clean and organized
Maintain positive work environment by motivating co-workers
Prepare production to hand off seamlessly to other shifts
Support the Operations Supervisor managing the production daily.
Requirements:
Excellent communication skills - Effective time management skills
Ability to multi-task daily - An eagerness to solve problems
Self-motivated, driven personality
Why Should I Apply?
Receive a competitive wage and leading industry benefits;
Maintain a healthy work-life balance
Be on the frontier of addressing the growing plastic waste problem.
Please apply by email: jeff.wood@efs-plastics.ca
Machine Operator.
EXI-plast Custom Moulding Ltd. | Centralia Ontario
Job Type - Full Time
The Position:
We are looking to fill positions for Machine Operators at our plastic blow molding facility in Centralia, Ontario.
Responsibilities:
Monitor automated production system
Perform post-production processes (trimming, packing, assembly, etc.)
Troubleshoot machine alarms and work to achieve efficiencies daily
Monitor quality of finished product using the tools and training provided
Work closely with Shift Lead to fulfill customer orders
Work in a safe manner at all times and maintain a safe work area
Keeps work area clean and organized
Maintain positive work environment by motivating co-workers
Prepare production to hand off seamlessly to other shifts
Requirements:
Excellent communication skills
Effective time management skills
Ability to multi-task daily
An eagerness to solve problems
Self-motivated, driven personality
Attention to detail – data collection
Why Should I Apply?
Receive a competitive wage and leading industry benefits;
Maintain a healthy work-life balance
Be on the frontier of addressing the growing plastic waste problem.
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Night shift
Weekend availability
Experience:
Machine Operator: 1 year (Preferred)
Please apply by email: jeff.wood@efs-plastics.ca
Wash Line Operator.
EFS-plastics Inc. | Hazelton PA
Job Type - Full Time
The Position:
EFS-plastics Inc. is a successful, growing recycling company that recovers plastic from residential recycling programs. Your detergent bottles, milk jugs and plastic bags all end up at EFS, where we turn them into plastic resin pellets that can be used to make new products.
Here is an opportunity to be more than a number - join a close-knit team of 20 employees at our Hazleton, PA facility. EFS prioritizes cross-training and offering promotions to committed, ambitious employees. Enjoy the dynamic, family-like environment, while knowing your work is supported by the strength of the larger EFS Group of Companies (100+ employees) and their joint venture partner, Inteplast Group (7,000+ employees).
Responsibilities:
Monitor fully automated processing lines
Perform frequent quality checks on products
Participate in continuous quality improvement projects
Assist with some mechanical repairs
Maintain work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards
Notify the shift leader or management with any equipment related issues
Assist in the training of new operators
Requirements:
Required
Positive attitude and engaged in your work
Open and adaptable to daily feedback on performance
Able to plan, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
Reliable, consistent attendance, punctual, and dependable
Preferred
Previous experience working in manufacturing or industrial setting
Mechanical, equipment and process knowledge
Forklift, health & safety and first aid certificate
Why Should I Apply?
Competitive wage and leading industry benefits
Safe and essential workplace
Positive and supportive work environment
Growth within the company
Schedule:
We are looking for ALL SHIFTS Production Wash line Operators
Day Shift: Tuesday – Friday - 7am - 7pm
Night Shift: Monday - Thursday - 7pm - 7am
Night Shift WEEKENDS: Friday - Monday - 7pm - 7am
Day Shift WEEKENDS: Saturday to Monday - 7am - 7pm
Please apply by email: jeff.wood@efs-plastics.ca
Additional Information. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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