Plastic Press Operator

Plastic Press Operator

T S E INDUSTRIES INC. Clearwater, Florida, United States Manufacturing

Set up and operate machine tools such as pressing, planning, sawing, grinding, and weighing material to machine nonmetallic work pieces by performing the following duties.

5:00 AM to 5:30 PM

5:00 PM to 5:30 AM

• Read and follow job orders for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and pounds, machining instructions such as feed rate, cutting speeds, closing speeds, and determine sequence of operations.
• Document and keep logs, routings and various forms updated.
• Fill bags with resin to required weight and stage at the proper location. Scrap, clean, spray mold release, fill, and level the press.
• Sort and test material to ensure it is UHMW-PE prior to grinding, milling and putting in stock. Load chipper with correct materials.
• Set up and operate the CNC saw and planer, pull the required quantity of sheets, ensure the part numbers are the same, and machine to the specifications of the job traveler.
• Operate forklift proficiently.
• Follow safety regulations.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Report problems or concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.

Teamwork is essential for TSE’s continued success. It drives positive results every day, promotes positive customer relations, and helps exceed customer expectations. Teamwork benefits every employee by growing the business and increasing sales. Success depends on working cooperatively with coworkers within the same department and across all departments and divisions.

• Must have a valid driver’s license. Forklift experience preferred.

• Analytical – synthesize complex information; collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data; design workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving – identify and resolve problems promptly; gather and analyze information; develop alternative solutions that work well in group problem‑solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Teamwork – balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; provide and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; place success of the team above own interests; build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.

• General Safety Orientation
• Forklift Safety Training
• Forklift Certification Training
• Hazard Communications Training
• Hearing Protection Training

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings to customers, clients, and other employees.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs.

Apply common sense to carry out detailed yet uncomplicated written or oral instructions; handle problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; frequently required to talk or hear; occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; must lift or move up to 50 pounds. Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus are required.

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts; frequent exposure to vibration; loud noise levels.