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Elkhart Plastics

Ovens - Machine Operator - Starting at $20.00/hr

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Job Overview:
The responsibility of the Machine Operator is to operate molding equipment to produce various molded products to efficiency and quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure that all necessary information and tools required for each job are in place before work begins
Pull and review setup sheets prior to starting a job
Maintains equipment required for molding machines
Stage product properly after molding and move to required staging locations
Complete all assigned projects by the due date
Review production priorities
Must meet or exceed all training requirements including those related to ISO standards and attend scheduled shift meetings or other meetings required
Meets or exceeds production targets
Inspects product for conformance to quality standards
Produces molded products using various methods designated for the job. These methods include, but are not limited to:

Use of oven controls
Use of overhead crane
Use of hand and power tools
Use of pallet jack
Use of open flame

Maintains a clean and organized working environment.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred
Good communication skills
Good organizational skills
Ability to read and write proficiently in English

Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to operate and maintain industrial equipment

Working Conditions

Able to work in a hot humid environment for extended periods of time

This job is in a typical manufacturing environment, to include, but not limited to:

Ovens, torches, and rotating tools
Forklifts and other moving machinery
Loud work environment

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain stationary with intermediate walking throughout the shift
Must be able to frequently lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds alone and parts more than 50 pounds with assistance, and must be able to transport these up to 20 feet
Must be able to frequently position self to maneuver around the parts, materials and molds
Must be able to operate hand tools
Must be able to write legibly

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