Machine Operator/Associate

Job Title: Machine Operator/Associate

Department: Manufacturing

SUMMARY

The machine operator will be responsible for operating a vertical/horizontal injection molding press or hand assembly. They will be responsible for setting the parts, cycling the press and removing the finished goods and placing them into a box for shipment. Following all procedures and work instructions, achieve optimal productivity, quality and safety assuring internal and external customer satisfaction. This position reports to Shift Supervisor or Plant Manager.

Multiple shifts positions available.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must communicate on a daily basis with all shift managers, shift supervisors, quality managers, process techs and operators.

Must follow all process improvements, Work Instructions, IATF 16949:2016 and FSSC 22000

Compliance/customer requirements.

Review inspection plan, all Work Instructions, Quality Alerts and control samples prior to running production.

Correctly record scrap on Production/Scrap Talley Sheets.

Responsible for packing quality parts into boxes and making boxes.

Correct application of all internal labels when required.

Immediately notify Supervisor of all discrepancies to established quality requirements, operator Work Instructions.

Communicate production and quality issues/concerns with Supervisors.

Follow instructions from shift supervisors, quality techs, quality manager and plant manager.

Provide assistance to support production as needed.

Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to the product, process and quality system.

Responsibility of 5s and cleanliness in the shop.

Responsible for keeping rate on the molding machine.

All personnel working on Food Grade presses or assembly must notify supervisor immediately if they are ill or if they have any concerns that would potentially jeopardize food safety. Personnel must be aware of the relevance and importance of their individual activities in contributing to food safety.

*Perform other duties as required or assigned in the support of the company’s needs, goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS Attention to detail, good hand/eye dexterity and ability to cross-train into other areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required. Plastic injection molding background is helpful, but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Basic math abilities, add, subtract, divide and multiply.

REASONING ABILITY

Basic problem solving and reasoning skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skill are important.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid Driver’s License. Must be willing to obtain certifications as the job warrants.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, excluding breaks and lunch. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Similar positions are, material handler, forklift operator, assembler, warehouse associate, maintain tech, production, and manufacturing.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to Commute:

• Vicksburg, MI 49097 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Vicksburg, MI 49097: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16