Production Operator

Currently have openings on 1st and 3rd shifts! 1st shift is $17/hr. 3rd shift is $18/hr.

Summary:

Production Operators perform various manufacturing jobs related to the Injection Molding Production area.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the production line of Battenfeld injection molding machines, ranging in size from 65 to 720 tons, casting products from thermoplastic materials.
• Remove/unload finished components and parts from conveyor belts
• Physically and/or visually inspect and evaluate parts for conformance and quality based on established criteria and specifications as notated in process books.
• Execute any pre- or post-molding secondary operations including trimming.
• Measure and/or gauge components to ensure each is within specification.
• Trim and de-flash excess material from part using razor knife or specialty cutters.
• Operation of any secondary/auxiliary equipment including arbor presses and propane torches.
• Observe continuous operation of machines to detect jams or malfunctions.
• Manually pack parts into various sized containers.
• Inventory, scan, and record quantities of finished products.
• Monitor and document scrap quantities; inform Process Technician, Quality Manager, or Production Manager per occurrence.
• Handle materials such as plastics, resins, and cardboard.
• Maintain high standard of cleanliness in machine and work areas.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. injection molding experience preferred.
• Previous experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work at fast pace with attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

• Constant bilateral simple hand grasping.
• Continuous visual sensory demands: near acuity, color vision, and depth perception.
• Frequent lifting and/or carrying a maximum of up to 40 lbs.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. injection molding experience preferred.
• Previous experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work at fast pace with attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

• Constant bilateral simple hand grasping.
• Continuous visual sensory demands: near acuity, color vision, and depth perception.
• Frequent lifting and/or carrying a maximum of up to 40 lbs.