Machine Operator

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Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market‑leading brands in electronics, cutting‑edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next‑generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

Standex Engraving Mold‑Tech creates custom textures on tooling to enhance the beauty and function of a wide range of consumer goods and automotive products. Our solutions address all of the textured surfaces in vehicles, from instrument panels to headlamps designed for glare reduction and trunk interiors built to withstand scratches. We also provide textures to reinforce packaging, improve the performance of building products, protect handheld electronics and emboss materials such as paper, leather and various textiles.

These are just a few examples of the Standex‑touched textures that are all around us, designed for aesthetics and utility.

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring Class A soft trim and plastic injection molding equipment to produce high‑quality automotive components. This role requires a dependable, efficient, self‑starting individual who follows automotive quality and safety standards and performs post‑production tasks such as wrapping, labeling, and packaging finished parts.

• Set up, operate, and monitor specialized machinery to meet production schedules and specifications.
• Inspect production parts for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and conformance to automotive quality standards.
• Record production data, quantities produced, scrap, and machine parameters accurately.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Assist with mold changes, machine setup, and tooling adjustments.
• Wrap, protect, label, and package finished parts according to customer and shipping requirements.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and support 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, and improvement opportunities to supervision.
• Work independently with minimal supervision; demonstrate initiative to improve efficiency and quality.
• Adheres consistently to attendance/punctuality, safety, and other company policies

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years’ operating soft trim equipment and / or injection molding machines within automotive industry preferred. Will consider training those in strong alignment with rest of job profile.
• Experience with soft trim part finesse and manual edge‑folding preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of plastic materials, molding parameters, and basic machine troubleshooting; ability to read work instructions and basic engineering drawings.
• Work Traits:
  Self‑starter; efficient; dependable; strong attention to detail; commitment to safety and quality. Personal growth mindset.
• Willingness to work required shifts, overtime, and adhere to company attendance policies.

• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), poka‑yoke, or process documentation.
• Certification or training in injection molding equipment, mechanical aptitude, or forklift operation.
• Familiarity with automotive PPAP, APQP, or ISO/TS quality requirements.

• Work performed in a manufacturing plant with exposure to noise, heat, and industrial chemicals; use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and manual handling of parts and materials (manual dexterity).
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, perform repetitive motions, and work in a manufacturing environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.