Special Operations Set-Up (Laser / Molding / Powder Coating)

Task Force Tips, LLC. is an established manufacturer of firefighting equipment based in Valparaiso, IN. Our continuous improvement process ensures we help first responders save lives and protect property more safely and effectively than the day before.  TFT is part of Madison Industries, one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world.

Our Culture is Contagious!  Come grow with us and be part of the TFT Proud Culture!   Be a part of saving lives and protecting property by putting life-saving products in the hands of our first responders!

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The Laser / Molding / Powder Coating Set-Up operator is responsible for setting up and operating and correcting problems with plastics and rubber injection machines, rubber compression machine, transfer molding, powder coating, laser, plastic welder and bonding.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sets up and operates rubber and plastic injection, rubber compression and rubber transfer molding machines, including aligning and bolting molds into machines, writing or loading programs, setting up control panels, performing initial start ups and final adjustments of controls.

Inspects parts, identifies, analyzes and corrects minor and major defects in molded parts using variables, such as bonded inserts, vacuum lines and connections, material compounds, temperatures and pressures.

Apprises supervisor of any company policy violations, or employee issues deserving attention.

Notifies supervisor of persistent problems with molds and/or machines.

Works closely with supervisor, Engineering and Tool Room personnel on new parts and prototypes. Performs initial start-up and running of new molds and parts.

Deflashes molded parts, including removing excess rubber from parting line and runners.

Bonds parts by applying bonding agent to inserts to be molded.

Maintains clean and orderly work area, including sweeping floor and removing debris. Periodically removes and cleans mold.

Performs annual machine preventive maintenance, such as greasing and changing oil and filters.

Repairs/assists with unusual machine repairs as needed.

Sets up, programs and operates laser engraving machine.

Sets up and operates plastic welding machine.

Sets up and powder coats various parts.

Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:   

Working knowledge of and ability to physically and safely operate various machines and hand tools, including injection and compression molding machines, temperature probes and brass picks and brushes, knives, bed lathe, and other deflashing fixtures.

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, instruments, gauges and dials, and count and make simple arithmetic additions and subtractions.

Ability to analyze, identify and correct machine problems and molded parts defects.

Ability to work alone and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure.

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate orally with other company personnel, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

Ability to assist in training new machine operators as needed. Ability to occasionally work extended hours.

Performs annual machine preventive maintenance, such as greasing and changing oil and filters.

Repairs/assists with unusual machine repairs as needed.

Sets up, programs and operates laser engraving machine. Sets up and operates plastic welding machine.

Sets up and powder coats various parts. Performs related duties as assigned.

We offer an excellent benefits package to permanent hires including:

• Vacation & PTO Days 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• 10 Paid Holidays  

• 401K plan and Profit-Sharing Plan 

• Quarterly Bonus 

• Employee Recognition Program “We appreciate our ALL STARS” 

• Off- Site Health Clinic 

• On-site Fitness Center 

• Tuition Assistance 

• And more! 

*All Hires are subject to a background check and drug test 

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy 

Task Force Tips LLC is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Task Force Tips LLC that we evaluate qualified applicants and not to discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics in its hiring decisions and employment policies, as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9, 1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, and any other applicable law. Click here to View Policy 

Task Force Tips LLC offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation with Human Resources at any time.