Molding Plastics Operator

About the role

Primary responsibility is to operate the press, inspect parts, identify common defects, and make adjustments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with departmental procedures regarding safety and environmental policies.
• Perform job at required rate.
• Make adjustments to parts as needed to ensure quality, including cutting excess material, marking parts, removing parts from conveyor, and inserting clips onto parts.
• Follow all work instructions.
• Pack parts, ensuring quantity and quality meet standard requirements.
• Scan information and utilize Flex-N-Gate computer systems.
• Inspect parts and identify common defects.
• Demonstrate general awareness and knowledge of TS16949/ISO14001, environmental standards, and their impact on the department.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Good attendance is critical.
• Proficient in mathematics.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn Flex-N-Gate computer systems.
• Ability to read and understand instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and organized approach.
• Flexibility to work all shifts and hours, including overtime with little or no notice.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Successfully complete pre-employment requirements.
• Minimum of six months of solid previous manufacturing experience (ideal candidate).

Physical Requirements

• Constant: Standing, Grasping, Reaching, Lifting, Carrying
• Frequent: Twisting, Bending, Walking

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life, and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.

Employee Testimonials

• “It engages you professionally and provides learning opportunities.”
• “Lots of growth opportunity.”
• “The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”