Thermoforming Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

About the Company

Forming Technologies LLC was founded in 2004 with the mission of becoming a leader in heavy gauge thermoformed products by providing unequaled service, quality, and timing to our customers.

Today,
Forming Technologies is a member of the DURAMAX SOLUTIONS family consisting of AMD Plastics, DLB Custom Extrusions, Forming Technologies and Duramax Holdings dba Otto Environmental Systems
. We are continuously expanding our plastics manufacturing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding and plastic recycling while providing high‑tech products and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our customers.

POSITION AVAILABLE: THERMOFORMING MACHINE OPERATOR - 3RD SHIFT

The Thermoforming Machine Operator loads, operates, unloads, trims and tends to the plastic thermoforming machines to produce custom thermoformed packaging. Utilizes retained knowledge of products and material, as well as following ISO 9001 established procedures to produce top quality products. Applies visual inspection and basic mechanical aptitude to ensure product meets customer specifications.

• Keep clean & orderly work stations; including machines and equipment by maintaining a high level of Housekeeping and 5S of assigned lines and designated areas.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including LOTO to meet company standards.
• Recognize and correct safety hazards as they are identified and notify the appropriate personnel.
• Load plastic sheet into machines and cycle, while maintaining awareness of any machine related issues.
• Unload part and trim using a router, finishing tools and perform any assembly, as needed.
• Monitor machines for mechanical issues by visual and auditory inspection.
• Take corrective action and assist in problem solving for machine issues and notify the appropriate personnel.
• Obtain & ensure all correct stock and materials are used at all times and located by machine.
• Perform in‑process inspection of parts and ensure they meet visual standards of acceptance and conformance.
• Recognize product defects and adjust equipment as necessary.
• Review and maintain required logs, check sheets, inspection sheets, and work orders.
• Calculate dimension, size, shape, and tolerance of tooling and equipment based on specification and monitor product quality by use of visual inspection and other quality and dimensional measuring tools.
• Cut/Grind/Recycle and Dispose of scrap plastic.
• Assist in on‑the‑job training and coaching of team members and support other machine operators as needed.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous Production Experience preferred.

• Lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Standing/Walking for full shift
• Lift/Bend - Stack parts from floor level to above head frequently.

• Affordable Pre‑Tax Medical Plan with Pharmacy provisions
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off Program
• Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance

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