Molding Plastics Operator

Flex‑N‑Gate – Danville, IL

Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News". A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.

Primary responsibility is to operate the press, inspect parts, identify common defects and make adjustments as needed.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with departmental procedures regarding safety and environmental policies.
• Be detail‑oriented.
• Perform job at required rate.
• Make adjustments to parts as needed to ensure quality parts; this may include but is not limited to cutting excess material from parts, marking parts, removing parts from conveyor, inserting clips onto parts.
• Follow all work instructions.
• Pack parts, ensuring quantity and quality meet standard requirement.
• Scan information and utilize Flex‑N‑Gate computer systems.
• Inspect parts and identify common defects.
• Have general awareness and knowledge of TS16949/ISO
  14001, environmental standards, and how they affect the department.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Good attendance is critical.
• Proficient in mathematics.
• Basic computer skills with ability to learn Flex‑N‑Gate computer systems.
• Ability to read and understand instructions.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must have high attention to detail and be organized.
• Must be flexible and able to work all shifts and hours, including overtime with little or no notice.
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Must be able to successfully complete pre‑employment requirements.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of six months solid previous manufacturing experience.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Constant standing, grasping, reaching, lifting, carrying.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.

Flex‑N‑Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.