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Material Systems Tech - 3rd shift

SITE Staffing, Inc
$19.40 / hr
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
809 West National Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 20, 2026
3rd Shift Material Systems Technician Wanted!!
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday | 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Overtime: Every other weekend
Pay Rate: $19.40/hour + $2.00/hour shift premium
Training: Provided on 3rd shift
Temp-To-Hire Opportinity
Looking for a stable, hands-on manufacturing role with strong pay, shift premium, and consistent hours? This 3rd Shift Material Systems Technician opportunity offers long-term growth, technical training, and the chance to work with advanced material handling systems in a fast-paced injection molding environment. If you enjoy working independently overnight, problem-solving, and being a critical part of the production process-this role is for you.
Position Summary
The Material Systems Technician is responsible for mixing, grinding, moving, and managing all raw materials used in the production of injection molded products. This role ensures proper handling of virgin materials, regrind, recyclable scrap, and waste materials while operating, programming, and performing minor maintenance on the complete material handling system.
What You Will Do
  • Review production schedules and prepare materials according to work orders
  • Read, follow, and verify work orders to ensure products meet specifications
  • Accurately complete electronic Material Log sheets each shift
  • Change materials as required and properly identify and label all materials
  • Program, set up, operate, and monitor material handling systems including blenders, dryers, hoppers, and grinder evacuation units
  • Troubleshoot and correct common material and system-related issues
  • Perform daily moisture testing using a Max 4000XL Moisture Analyzer and document results
  • Clean and maintain material blenders, hoppers, dryers, grinders, and pump filters
  • Complete material transactions in the ERP system for additions and subtractions
  • Conduct visual inspections of manufactured parts for quality
  • Perform weekly, biweekly, and monthly cycle counts of raw materials
  • Unload bulk material trucks into designated silos following specific work instructions
  • Verify closed-loop regrind systems are operational
  • Mix raw materials using correct formulas
  • Weigh, document, and manage scrap materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal
  • Maintain clean and organized material handling areas through daily and weekly housekeeping procedures
  • Support Quality and Environmental System certifications by following policies, procedures, and documentation requirements
  • Attend and successfully complete forklift certification
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow work orders
  • Accurate completion of electronic material logs
  • Ability to identify and label virgin, regrind, recyclable, and waste materials
  • Ability to perform material changes and cleaning during production transitions
  • Ability to take moisture samples and document results accurately
  • Ability to complete material transactions using an ERP system
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to inspect production for quality defects
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum 1 year of material handling experience preferred (injection molding experience a plus)
  • Forklift experience preferred (certification provided)
  • Basic math skills required
  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
  • Computer familiarity and basic data entry skills
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 85 lbs
  • Good physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to work overtime and rotating weekends as required
  • Ability to work non-standard hours as business needs require
Safety & PPE Requirements
  • Safety shoes required at all times during scheduled work hours
  • Additional PPE provided as required by department-specific work instructions
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