The Role
Operate and set up roto molding machines, inspect parts for color and defects, perform basic preventive maintenance and trimming, handle resin weighing and roto load systems, operate hoists/cranes, follow supervisor instructions, use computer for labor reporting, and meet physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds and working at heights and in hot/humid conditions.
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Description
Job Description
- Required to set up and run Roto machines
- Operator must be able to visually inspect for color and imperfections and make changes as required.
- Must be able to perform preventive maintenance tasks (ex. Nuts,bolts clamps etc.)
- Operators will work on an elevated demolding platform requiring good balance and a non-apprehension towards height
- Uses a variety of hand tools such as pneumatic wrenches and small trimming tools.
- Must be safety conscious and be familiar with safety precautions for handling different chemicals.
- Works from supervisor's or group leader’s written or verbal instructions.
- Must understand all labor reporting methods and how to use the computer.
- Must be able to operate hoist and cranes safely
- Must be able to operate roto load system and use scales to weighing resin
Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Handle potential hot and humid conditions.
- Regular standing, walking, stair stepping, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting
- Pushing & Pulling up to 30 pounds
Skills Required
- Set up and run roto machines
- Visually inspect parts for color and imperfections and make adjustments
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks (nuts, bolts, clamps, etc.)
- Work safely on elevated demolding platform; comfortable with heights
- Use hand tools including pneumatic wrenches and trimming tools
- Familiarity with safety precautions for handling chemicals
- Follow written and verbal instructions from supervisor or group leader
- Understand labor reporting methods and use the computer
- Operate hoists and cranes safely
- Operate roto load system and use scales to weigh resin
- Lift up to 50 pounds and perform regular standing, walking, stair stepping, stooping, pushing and pulling
- Able to handle hot and humid working conditions
- Pushing and pulling up to 30 pounds
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The Company
What We Do
Ritchie Industries, Inc. manufactures automatic livestock watering systems for cattle, dairy, equine and other livestock. Founded in 1921 and based in Conrad, Iowa, Ritchie produces durable, heated and insulated waterers engineered for extreme climates and broad farm use. The company supplies customers across the U.S. and internationally and was acquired by Granite Creek Capital Partners in 2025 to support further growth.
