Position Overview
The primary responsibilities of the Machine Operator are to operate injection molding machines and to inspect, assemble, and package molded parts. Machine Operators must accurately record production and scrap information on P-charts.
Essential Job Function
Identifying, reporting and alerting leads/supervisors to quality issues such as: flash, splay, contamination, etc
Utilizes magnifying lamps and go/no-go gauges to verify part compliance to customer specifications.
Weighing, counting and packaging finished goods for shipping according to printed instructions on the Work Order and in the Product Information Guide.
Record production and scrap information on P-charts. Requires basic addition and subtraction.
Attend mandatory training sessions.
The ability to comprehend and comply with procedures and work instructions.
- The ability to use small hand tools to trim parts of flash and gates.
- Help promote a safe and clean work environment within the organization. Support 5s practices.
Education, Skills, Training and Experience
- 0-1 years of experience in a Machine Operator role within the plastic injection molding or associated industry.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Understanding of plastic molded part defects.
Personal Attributes
- Team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities on the fly.
- Good written and verbal skills. Can communicate effectively at all levels within the organization.
- Able to work independently under minimal supervision with a focus on meeting customer requirements in a timely manner.
Must be able to lift up to 30lbs frequently.
- Must be able to work independently and distinguish colors.
- Will be required to stand, walk and bend.