Molding - Machine Operator; Shift

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POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Shift Supervisor and Process Technician, the Machine Operator is responsible for safety, quality and attainment of production for his assigned group of machines during the shift. It is the responsibility of the Machine Operator to ask for necessary support and help on a timely basis from the Process Technician or the Shift Supervisor so that he or she will have a successful shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Re-Start machine with machine parameters already set
• Shut-down machine for scheduled down
• Operator to machine Ratio assigned by Supervisor
• Respond to Machine Alarms. Escalate to Process Technician within 15 minutes if troubleshooting is not successful
• Basic troubleshooting of defective parts and adjust process accordingly
• Follow lockout / tag out procedure anytime maintenance work needs to be performed on the machine
• Always ensure the machine is running to the master set‑up sheet
• Perform basic swing chute operation
• Report any cycle deviations to the supervisor / process tech
• During the shift, production molds are cleaned following the cleaning schedule
• The stacking equipment is cleaned as per the checklist
• Clean the machine, platforms and surrounding areas clean of oil, parts and dirt
• Perform basic stacker maintenance and help troubleshoot for maintenance
• Clean swing chute and companion chute and perform basic troubleshooting of swing chute
• Clean drool every 3 hours from machine or as needed
• Record running and deviations of machine process parameters in set‑up sheet
• Complete the mold run data sheet
• Complete the stacker / mold checklist upon completion of cleaning and inspection
• Perform data entry operation in Mattec unit
• Complete metal contamination /PPMS /Mold cleaning sheets
• Complete outstanding ensur training documents
• Record any machine downtown on line inspection forms.
• Perform color change that would be no longer than 15-20 minutes
• Able to perform color change using liquid color unit
• Able to perform resin/material change. In the case of blended resin, perform mixing to get the resin blend
• Perform Line Clearance when there is a product change
• Perform front line quality by looking at parts as soon as they come off the machine
• Achieve shift attainment and escalate issues that impede attainment on a timely basis
• Communicate quality issues and necessary information that would provide the next machine operator with success to achieve shift attainment
• Always comply with plant safety and SQF, use appropriate PPE while performing various duties
• Identify product at risk and elevate to Shift Supervisor
• Participate in continuous improvement projects
• Identify and involve in drool/purge reduction initiative
• Escalate process change to Process Technician

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• At least six months experience in an injection molding environment
• Certificate from plastics training facilities preferred
• Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of hydraulics preferred. Injection molding machine operator experience.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to reach above shoulder height and below waistline.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and fix basic injection molding machine issues that result in quality or safety issues.
• Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results.
• Appropriately follow all lockout tagout and safety procedures.

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.