Tuesday, January 25, 2011

APPLICATIONS FOR MAINTENANCE WORKER NOW BEING ACCEPTED

Confer Plastics is now accepting applications for a maintenance worker. The individual will conduct repairs and preventive maintenance on our 18 blow molding machines and their various support equipment.

Knowledge of -- and versatility in -- hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical are required. Welding and machining skills are preferred. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years experience in industry.

The position is full-time (with overtime available) and starting pay is negotiable based on experience.

To apply, email your resume to bob@conferplastics.com or send a hard copy to:

Bob Confer
Confer Plastics, Inc.
97 Witmer Rd.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120

Monday, January 24, 2011

7200 CONVERSION KIT


This photo shows one of the first production parts for our new 7200 Conversion Kit. This kit will allow owners of our super-popular 7200 Rollguard Ladder to convert it to an inpool ladder in the event they build a deck for their pool.

The kits will be available in late-February.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

2011 SHOWS & EVENTS

2011 Show Schedule

Jan 25-27 Atlantic City Pool and Spa Show; Booth #3513
May 10-12 Lawn and Garden Show – Las Vegas; Booth #12257
Nov 2-4 Pool and Spa Show – Las Vegas; Booth TBD



2011 Distributor Events

Feb 10 Baystate Opportunity Day - Mohegan Sun Hotel/Casino, CT
Feb 15 Hachik Distributors Management Day – Philadelphia, PA
Feb 16 Baystate Opportunity Day – Dover Downs, DE
Feb 16 Aquatech Dealer Show – Bonita Springs, FL
Feb 17 HC Harrington Dealer Show – Pittsburgh, PA

Monday, January 10, 2011

LOOKING TO HIRE MAINTENANCE PURCHASER

Confer Plastics is currently accepting applications for a maintenance purchaser.

The individual will be responsible for the sourcing and procurement of all the components and parts necessary for the repair and preventive maintenance of 18 blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

A background in maintenance is a must due to the complexity of our hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment.

This is a part time role; days and hours are flexible. Typical work week will be 24 to 30 hours. Pay is negotiable depending on experience.

Please send resumes to Bob Confer via email (bob@conferplastics.com) or postal mail at Confer Plastics, Inc. 97 Witmer Rd., North Tonawanda, NY 14120.

Friday, January 7, 2011

ORIE CORNETT: TWENTY YEARS AT CPI


On January 9th we will have a new addition to our Twenty Year Club…Orie Cornett.

Orie is the 21st member of this select group. His remarkable accomplishment – two decades of service to one company – is very much appreciated by the Confers. Orie has always had the best interest of the company, our customers and our coworkers in mind. He goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect for everyone.

Prior to coming to Confer Plastics, Orie had an impressive 23 year career in the United States Army. He attained the rank of Master Sergeant and oversaw the operations of a 90-man tank company in Germany. He received a Meritorious Service Medal and 3 Army Commendation Medals.

Orie, 63, spent years as our third shift foreman and is now our first shift foremen. He is well-liked by all and is chock full of “Orie-isms”, humorous sayings he picked up and developed in his boyhood home of Kentucky. He lives in North Tonawanda and he and his wife have 4 children.

How long ago was January of 1991, the month that Orie started here? These are just a few of the things that happened that January…

• Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky scored his 700th goal
• The Buffalo Bills lost the first of four straight Super Bowls
• Eastern Airlines closed after 62 years of operation
• Congress authorized the use of military force to drive Iraq out of Kuwait, starting our Gulf War

Thursday, January 6, 2011

2010 YEAR IN REVIEW

We have produced a flier that looks back at our accomplishments and high points of 2010. Check it out here: http://bobconfer.us/confer2010.pdf