Manufacturing Technician (2nd Shift)

IPS - IRP Medical is seeking a Manufacturing Tech Operator (2nd Shift) who will be responsible for the operation of continuous molding machines/presses, vertical or horizontal, Trimming and buffing of clean parts per instructions on process router, drawings and/or specification in order to produce high quality products that meet the requirements and/or specifications.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, specializing in high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. IPS is comprised of 10 highly respected brands, each recognized for their expertise and innovation: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, Swift Textile Metalizing (STM), RMB Products, and SPIRA Manufacturing.

Our extensive product portfolio includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings—all designed to meet the most demanding performance requirements in mission-critical applications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate a press to mold rubber or plastic parts to requirements or specifications
• Removes finished or cured products from dies or molds using hand tools, air hoses, and other equipment.
• Ability to trims excess material from parts using knives and hands to meet specifications.
• Monitors machine performance, identifies operating errors, and takes corrective action.
• Ability to trim, buff, or clean parts as instructed by the process router, drawings and/or specifications.
• Repair and/or rework of damaged parts (if applicable) per the instructions of Quality or rework process router.
• Performs Visual In-process inspection of the product and segregates non-conforming parts from production, document defects on process form and ERP System (EPICOR).
• Suggests process and manufacturing improvements to increase efficiency in areas.
• Assist the Production Lead or Supervisor in meeting shift or departmental production goals.
• Adhere to the company’s safety rules and quality standards and procedures.
• Use PPE (personal protective equipment) as required to conform to safety rules and practices
• Maintain good housekeeping discipline in the work area.
• Perform adequate line clearance at the beginning of each production run.
• Conduct regular cleanup at every start and end of shift.
• Complete the required documentation for shift production information in required reports such as Work Orders, Shift Reports, scanning, data entry, product label generation in the ERP Database system.
• Handle product with care to ensure safety and cleanliness during handling to prevent damage or cross-contamination.
• Monitor assigned machine/s to ensure safe operation and escalate any abnormalities to Shift Lead/Supervisor/Manager and/or Maintenance Tech/Manager.
• Ability to inspect product for visual defects and non-conformance via unaided eye or with the use of a Magnifying glass to confirm product quality as necessary.
• Perform other duties or tasks as required

Job Specifications:

Education: HS Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Years Experience: 1-2 years experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machines safely
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Cooperation, collaboration, and ability to get along well with others
• Understanding the importance of product conformity
• Manual dexterity and critical eye for details
• Previous machine operations experience is preferred
• Previous Inspection of parts/components preferred
• Ability to use tools to perform production operations in a correct manner with a safety mindset
• Ability to handle moderate lifting, no greater than 50 lbs
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs
• Proficiency in using tools like micrometers, calipers, and rulers
• Attention to detail and precision
• Basic computer proficiency

Benefits:

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.