Machine Operator

POSITION SUMMARY Operates molding machines following all work instructions. Handles molded parts and assembles if necessary. Performs inspection of each finished part and packages per customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Read, and follow all Operator Work Instructions.

Ensure all molded parts that are produced to the correct specifications and are free of defects based on established quality specifications and documentation.

Document scrap parts on Shift Report or Shop Floor Communication Cart.

Pack all finished parts as instructed to customer requirements.

Ensure product is properly labeled.

Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures and policies.

Know and follow all OSHA and ASPM safety rules.

Work collaboratively in a team environment.

Effectively communicates clearly with other team members.

Demonstrate good time management skills.

Demonstrates good work & attendance habits with a willingness to work additional hours occasionally (overtime) as capacity requires.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required.

Good work ethic.

Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Control Precision — The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.

Multilimbed Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

Standing, Crouching, Squatting, Stooping, Twisting, Reaching – The ability to stand at a press, reach outward, raise both hands above the head, twist and bend, crouch, squat and stoop in order to produce, inspect, and package plastic injection molded parts.

Pushing or Pulling - Pushing is exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the origin of the force. Pulling is exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the origin of the force. Pushing or pulling may involve use of hands or arms or feet or legs done with one side of the body or both sides.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.

Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.

Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Work Environment – Work environment is usually loud.

Tools and Equipment – Scanner, company issued knives / cutters, electric and hand pallet jacks, mechanical hand tools.

NOTEThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees…