Molding Relief Operator

About the role

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Molding Operator in the molded foam department on 1st shift [6:00am - 2:00pm] at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for preparing molds for molding production, trims flash off molded parts coming out of mold, and places part on overhead conveyor. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a normal production environment with interaction and communication with fellow employees, operator/lead person and area supervisor. This position may also involve performing other positions in department.

Responsibilities

• Carefully remove parts from the mold
• Place HR parts on the conveyor
• Place all Visco parts on the Monorail pans
• Notify management of any problems (defects) seen with the parts
• Clean excess flash and any foam that is sticking to the tools (molds)
• Lead co-workers in safety and production and be an active participant on the team
• Learn to diagnose foam issues and troubleshoot production equipment problems
• Perform all of the Lead Person's duties in his/her absence
• Count scrap and maintain appropriate records
• Fill tanks as necessary to ensure that they have an adequate supply

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree Required
• Entry Level with 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be able to work at a fast pace
• Basic math and have basic computer knowledge
• Safely and efficiently operate a forklift
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to stand for 8 - 10 hours each shift

Skills

• Experience working at a fast pace
• Experience working with computerized machines (preferred)
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred (6 months or more)
• SAP (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel (preferred)
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Pay

The hourly pay rate for this position is $23.93 to $24.85 per hour. Plus an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift.

Benefits

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment.