Mold Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Job Description

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and supporting professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by shared successes.

The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Job

2nd Shift: 3:00 pm – 1:30 am (Mon–Thu). Overtime on Fridays when necessary. 15 paid days off (S&C Days + holiday shutdown) in addition to vacation.

The estimated hourly pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour plus a 20% shift premium. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

A Mold Machine Operator is responsible for operating an injection molding machine to produce polymer components efficiently. This role involves reviewing job orders and blueprints, setting up molds, adjusting parameters, and monitoring production to maintain optimal machinery conditions.

• Operate injection molding machine, ensuring the smooth and efficient production of simple polymer components.
• Review job orders and simple blueprints to understand molding requirements.
• Set up molds, adjust parameters, and monitor production, maintaining optimal operating conditions for the machinery.
• Comfortable wearing respirator for different periods of time.
• Cycle molding machine and monitor its progress while performing secondary operations such as deflashing, inspection, visual and mechanical application of lubricating grease, and packaging of final product.
• Inspect finished products for defects, following quality assurance guidelines and escalating quality issues when needed.
• Use hand tools like files, hammer, scraper, air nozzle to blow off excess and clean molds, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of equipment.
• Apply silicone mold release with a brush to ensure things don’t stick, facilitating efficient production processes.
• Perform sandblasting operations as required.
• Document completed jobs, ensuring accuracy and prompt reporting of issues.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
• Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience.
• Entry level experience in a production environment.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Basic knowledge of machine controls and programs.
• Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned material requests.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members, and explain issues to team leads and supervisors as needed.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities, weights, and measurements.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills to understand and complete requests given by team members inside and outside the department.
• Good critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems and improve processes.
• Good attention to detail to complete precise tasks and follow instructions accurately.
• Ability and willingness to follow Health, Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.

• Health and Welfare Benefits:
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