Utility - Plastics (1st Shift

Position: Utility - Plastics (1st Shift)
The Utility operator will be responsible for having a working knowledge of multiple machines/lines and be willing to fill in wherever the need is greatest. Typical work will include extrusion and assembly of plastic core blocks, laminating panels, saw operations (wire and Gibben) and inspect and finish material to prepare for shipment.

Currently there is an opening for a Utility Operator in our Plastics division on 1st shift (6:30AM - 4:30PM, Monday
- Thursday).Plastics Utility Operator:
Starting at $19.58 per hour on 1st shift.

Key Responsibilities:

Determine the customer requirements per the work order.

Prepare for production run, obtain appropriate work order to meet delivery requirements, load correct raw material, and set up production equipment for run.

Adjust equipment/dies to achieve correct customer requirements.

Produce and extrude tubes according to work order.

Set up frames/racks for appropriate size block.

Stack straws in a tight, uniform stack pattern.

Mix glue according to mixing instructions.

Adjust temperatures to properly melt plastic.

Adequately cure blocks in oven.

Assemble water flow blocks with properly mixed glue.

Turn on the laminator to correct the heat setting.

Check gap distance between the rollers.

Insert polypropylene panel into the laminator.

Trim cut panels with safety knife.

Maintain equipment in good working condition.

Assist other production areas as needed.

Package finished product.

Identify what material needs to be cut for the day from the production work order.

Obtain raw honeycomb materials from extrusion/expansion areas.

Set up saws according to cutting instruction.

Cut honeycomb into shapes and sizes designated by the customer requirements.

Perform and record all necessary information to ensure traceability and quality.

Report production results at the end of the shift on all necessary documents and or software.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GEDStrong attention to detail

Mechanically inclined

Ability to work overtime.

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and clean rooms. Plascore's lightweight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Plascore Benefits:

Bonus Programs $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid in monthly increments.

Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.

New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!

Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service

Paid Holidays Parental Leave
401(K) & Roth 401(K)50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Educational Support Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs

Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents

Use of training grants like Going Pro to allow for professional development

Childcare

Flex Spending Account for childcare

Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)
Company Events Annual company picnic

Annual golf outing

Annual holiday party

Other Perks White-Caps baseball ticket raffles

Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical Clean work environment

Smooth pace of work Family owned and operated.

Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.

Bi-Weekly Pay Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at  is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.
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