Full-Time

Lumber Mixer

Tangent Technologies

Tangent Technologies

51-200 employees

Produces high-performance synthetic materials for construction

No salary listed

Worthington, MN, USA

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Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • A high school education is required.
  • No prior experience is required.
  • Ability to obtain a valid operator's license for operating lift trucks.
  • Ability to speak, read, and write in English to perform essential duties.
  • Mechanical ability sufficient to operate mixers and recognize problems.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements outlined in the physical screening hiring process, including standing, stooping, bending, lifting, carrying, pulling, and pushing.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work primarily in a production plant environment with exposure to cold, hot, dirty, noisy, and congested conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Set up raw materials according to blend sheet specifications.
  • Batch mix raw materials in the quantities required by specifications.
  • Verify that materials used match the specifications.
  • Recognize raw materials that are out of specification or wet.
  • Follow established processes and guidelines for color changes, blend changes, job and product changeovers, and transport and storage of molds not in use.
  • Troubleshoot minor problems with batch mixers.
  • Band, secure, and transfer stacked finished product to the receiving area.
  • Cut up scrap product for rework as needed.
  • Fabricate production pallets as needed.
  • Set up collection boxes for extruder purge and scrap.
  • Label and remove boxes when full.
  • Relieve line operators during break times.
  • Assist with secondary operations as necessary.
  • Ensure production processes and finished goods meet company quality standards.
  • Work safely by following legislated and company safety rules and practices.
  • Follow company policies and procedures.
  • Input accurate timekeeping and production records.
  • Perform other tasks or work assignments delegated by a supervisor.

Tangent Technologies provides high-performance synthetic materials made through extrusion for residential, commercial, and structural markets. Its products range from backyard furniture and playground components to bridge fendering and marine decking, delivering weather resistance, customization options, and premium aesthetics. The company differentiates itself through a long track record (since 2003) as a pioneer in the field, focusing on material strength, customer experience, and sustainability rather than only features. Its goal is to be the preferred partner for high-performance synthetic materials, delivering value to end customers, ease of doing business, and solutions to global challenges through extrusion-based innovations.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Aurora, Illinois

Founded

2003

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Platinum Equity completed Tangent's acquisition on July 31, 2026, adding acquisition capital.
  • Illinois approved Tangent's $50 million Montgomery consolidation, targeting 110 new jobs.
  • Tangent launched high-density sheet on June 5, 2025, broadening higher-margin applications.

What critics are saying

  • Tangent sued RENEW Plastics on July 1, 2026, risking expensive patent discovery.
  • A patent defeat against RENEW Plastics can bar key product lines and shrink Tangent's valuation.
  • Platinum's integration after the July 31, 2026 close can disrupt customer service.

What makes Tangent Technologies unique

  • Tangent's patented woodgrain line combines synthetic durability with natural-wood aesthetics.
  • It vertically integrates recycled HDPE feedstock into lumber, sheet, and structural products.
  • Its products serve outdoor living, marine, decking, fencing, infrastructure, and site-amenity markets.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

15%
PR Newswire
Jun 23rd, 2026
Platinum Equity to acquire synthetic materials manufacturer Tangent Technologies

Platinum Equity has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Tangent Technologies, a leading manufacturer of high-performance synthetic materials for outdoor living, marine, decking, fencing and infrastructure markets. Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026. Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, Tangent manufactures premium HDPE materials using post-consumer and post-industrial recycled feedstock. The company operates a vertically integrated manufacturing platform with significant recycling capabilities, producing lumber, sheet and structural solutions for various applications. Platinum Equity, which manages approximately $48 billion in assets, plans to leverage its M&A and operational capabilities to support Tangent's growth, including pursuing strategic acquisitions. The firm has completed over 550 acquisitions since its founding in 1995.

Associated Press
May 19th, 2026
Tangent PolySheet CB becomes first PFAS-free food equipment material certified to NSF 537

Tangent Materials has announced that its Tangent PolySheet CB has become the first NSF Standard 51 Food Equipment Material globally certified to NSF 537 for being PFAS-free. The food-grade cutting-board sheet is formulated without per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as "forever chemicals". The product is designed for demanding food-contact environments including cutting boards, food-prep surfaces, processing equipment and commercial kitchen components. It meets rigorous safety requirements whilst maintaining performance and durability. Tangent Materials, founded in 2003, specialises in high-performance synthetic materials. The product will be distributed by Professional Plastics, with nationwide commercial availability expected in summer 2026. CEO Kevin Potthoff said the development reflects the company's commitment to combining material science leadership with consumer safety.

PR Newswire
Jun 5th, 2025
Tangent Launches Latest Innovation: High-Density Sheet

AURORA, Ill., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tangent's latest product innovation, high-density sheet, is the ideal alternative material for extraordinary performance applications. This durable, all-weather HDPE sheet affords versatility of design unparalleled by traditional lumber. Affording product flexibility while eliminating unnecessary scrap, Tangent's high-density sheet gives consumers a quality product and builders a competitive advantage. Tangent's high-density sheet is water and moisture resistant, making life easy. No painting or staining is required, and cleaning requires only soap and water. Available in vibrant and trending colors: Black, White, Green, Gray, and Weathered Wood, these colors go beyond the industry standard with additional UV stabilizers to preserve the rich hues