Entry-Level Machine Operator (Composites)

About the role

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, is seeking an Entry-Level Machine Operator (Composites) to join their team. This role involves implementing the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment that includes thermal presses.
• Ensure machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards.
• Set up and operate one or more composites production lines under limited supervision to manufacture products of moderate complexity.
• Form molded sheets of materials using thermal press machines.
• Manufacture molded glass polyester sheets by laying up material to the desired thickness and spreading resin according to customer orders per instructions on customer work orders.
• Use Scale, Weighing, and Mixing procedures to add resin & filler to prep resin for molding process.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance, including stop block shimming, shear bar changes and machine parameter entry.
• Trim/file and de-flash molded sheet edges and perform measuring and material inspections.
• Perform in-process inspection according to standard procedures.
• Perform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubrication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED or combination of similar education and experience.
• Prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment.
• Production and processing knowledge of raw materials and product processing, quality control.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED or combination of similar education and experience. Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment. Production and processing knowledge of raw materials and product processing, quality control.

Skills

Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Trouble Shooting.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match
• Ongoing training and development programs

Pay

$23.00+ per hour based on experience

Schedule

Shift: 6am - 2:30pm (M-F)