Trimmer - 1st Shift (Horicon)

Reporting to the Production Shift Supervisor.

About the role

The Trimmer is responsible for trimming, flaming, finishing plastic parts and sorting/counting order quantities.

Schedule

1st Shift: 6am - 2pm, Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

• Trim excess plastic from parting lines.
• Inspect product and communicate findings back to the machine operators.
• Assemble product in accordance with the specific work instructions.
• Data entry and basic computer functions.
• Select correct hand tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, twist, and transport product and materials short distances.
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to perform computer functions as they pertain to the job.
• Ability to work collaboratively and productively in a team-environment.
• Ability to work safely and without injury with hand tools in an environment with metal and sharp objects.
• Strong metal grinding, forming and basic fabrication background.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure online manuals.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
• Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED Equivalent is preferred.
• Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.
• Strong orientation towards quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Air Conditioned Facility
• Advancement Opportunities
• Free Health Clinic
• On-the-job training
• $1000 Signing Bonus