Operator - 2nd Shift
π Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of this position will be to ensure only quality-approved product is packaged for the customer. This includes extrusion or injection molding, weathering, trimming, inspection, and packing. The goal will be to help keep the extrusion lines running or the molding machines running continuously and efficiently while producing a product that meets or exceeds our customersβ expectations.
Essential Functions
Comply with Safety Policies and ProceduresReads Production Schedule boards and performs work as assigned by shift supervisorInspects, feeds, and/or packs product for Work In Process (WIP) or finished productMaintains standard production cycles on nonrobotic molding machinesDetect quality defects in molded parts, trim the molded part and assemble the molded partEnsure that product has appropriate Lot Information printed on each productBuild/assemble boxesAttach appropriate labels to boxesNotify supervisor of any safety, quality, mechanical, or material issuesCompletes production documentationPerform other duties as assigned by the Shift SupervisorNotify Management/Supervisor of any quality or equipment issuesRegular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Work eight to twelve-hour shiftPerform tasks as defined in Standard Work InstructionsMust perform basic math functionsDistinguish colors visuallyBasic literacy skills required to clearly and legibly complete required paperworkTeamwork Orientation
Education And/Or Experience
The employee should have the following
High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade preferred1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field
Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Must be able to work standing for up to 8-12 hours/shift.Must be able to kneel, squat, bend/twist at the waist, and stack parts at or above head heightMust have full range of motion (ROM) of shoulders, knees, hips, elbows, wrists, and hands to inspect, pack, and stack finished partsMust be able to complete repetitive tasks to keep up with IMM cycle times as fast as every 30 secondsMust be able to wear compliant ear protection if and when, working in areas exposed to noise levels above OSHA threshold limitsMust be able to work in hot environments (Especially summer months) that can exceed 100FWear all required personal protective equipment (Safety toe shoes, ANSI Z87 eye protection, CR gloves)Lift/move/transport items up to 50 poundsAbility to move or traverse about the facilitiesMust be able to ascend/descend stairs or laddersAbility to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions
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