Blow Molding Operator - Sharon Center - First Shift

About the Role

The purpose of a Blow Molding Operator is to ensure that the parts being manufactured and packaged meet customer expectations within the standards set for each job. Starting wage for 1st shift is $18.50 per hour, with 3rd shift offering a higher wage due to shift differential. Benefits start on the first of the month after 30 days and include medical, dental, vision reimbursement, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid holidays, earned time off, and vacation time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude with co-workers, employer, customers, and suppliers.
• Perform all activities in a safe manner and report any safety concerns or injuries immediately.
• Learn and apply quality and production standards to all assigned customer parts.
• Operate all Blow Molding machines, parts, jobs, secondary processes, and handle parts properly.
• Keep up with established job rates, log rejects, and track production counts.
• Ensure customer quality expectations are met and good parts are not discarded.
• Assist with on-the-job training of new associates and ensure job-specific responsibilities are followed.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform cleanup as assigned.
• Attend all mandatory company meetings and safety education sessions.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Education and/or GED preferred.
• Computer knowledge is advised.
• Ability to interpret gauges and measurement instrumentation.
• Effective oral and written communication in English preferred.
• Basic math skills (adding/subtracting whole numbers) and ability to follow instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Six months of manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Continuously lift or move material up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently lift or move material between 25 to 60 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move material over 60 pounds.
• Use plastic processing hand tools, cutters, knives, calipers, guards, fixtures, and calculators.