Mold Machine Operator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors machinery used in the production process.
• Troubleshoot commonplace problems and make operational adjustments.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance on assigned machine such as cleaning and replacing minor parts.
• Affirms quality of finished product.
• Participates in periodic activities, physical inventories, etc.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area.

Ability To

• Work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production quality with minimal wasted time and materials.
• Work on weekends, holidays, and off shifts, if needed.
• Work overtime, if needed.
• Listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Pay strict attention to detail and concentrate.
• Tolerate high temperatures.
• Work with team members.

Physical Demands

• Work is performed while standing, sitting, and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds.
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.

Education and Experience

• Math skills to perform basic calculations.
• Read and write in English.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Licenses and Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Forklift Operator Safety Certificate (preferred).