Injection Mold Operator

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Job Summary
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a Molding Operator, where you'll play a vital role in producing high-quality plastic components through various molding processes. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work with advanced machinery, ensure product excellence, and contribute to efficient production workflows. Your hands-on expertise and mechanical aptitude will help drive our manufacturing success while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plastic molding machines, including plastics injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion equipment, ensuring optimal performance and product quality.
• Set up molds, adjust machine parameters using programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and troubleshoot equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Conduct quality inspections using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions and adherence to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, including press brake machines, CNC lathes, CNC machines, and other fabrication tools to ensure smooth operation.
• Handle materials efficiently using forklifts and other materials handling equipment, ensuring safe movement of raw materials and finished products within the warehouse or production area.
• Assist in assembly processes when required, ensuring components are correctly fitted and assembled according to specifications.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflow, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.

Skills

• Strong mechanical knowledge with experience operating plastics blow molding, injection molding, extrusion machinery, and fabrication tools.
• Proficiency in programming and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for machine automation.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments for quality inspection.
• Experience with CNC lathe operations and CNC programming is a plus.
• Ability to handle materials safely using forklifts and other warehouse equipment; forklift certification preferred.
• Knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes including plastics injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion techniques.
• Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and process adjustments.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices to promote efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Warehouse experience including materials handling, inventory management, and safety protocols. Embark on a rewarding career where your technical skills will make a tangible impact! We’re committed to fostering a safe, innovative environment that values your contributions while supporting your growth in the manufacturing industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person