Machine Attendant - Light

About the role

At Schaefer Plastics, we manufacture industry‑leading solutions and drive responsible practices towards a sustainable future for generations to come. As a family‑owned company since 1937, we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high‑quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. Our customers and their satisfaction are paramount to our business; we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations at every turn. We are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Our dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth, making us an ideal employer for career advancement.

Job Summary

The Machine Attendant trims flash, hot stamps, and inspects a variety of plastic products, including tubs, totes, and waste containers.

Responsibilities

• Trim flash from molded parts.
• Remove sprue from products.
• Hot stamp, imprint, and/or assemble products as per order specification.
• Monitor production process and notify supervisor of non‑conformities.
• Make adjustments in the Plantstar System to account for rejects as needed.
• Inspect all parts and document action on the In‑Process Inspection Log every 30 minutes.
• Complete all documentation and product control functions as instructed.
• Assist with first piece inspection.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and orderly workstation.
• Assist in the training of new employees.

Requirements

• Three months of previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior injection molding experience helpful.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a work pace equal to the machine cycle.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, and/or feel objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, talk, see, and hear.
• Machine Attendant – Light: ability to push, pull, lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 25 lb. occasionally and up to 10 lb. frequently; ability to roll up to 100 lb.