Machine Operator - Shift A

Description

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
• Impart quality into every part through attention to detail and execution of in-process control plan
• Complete daily/weekly preventative maintenance of assigned equipment
• Ensure that manufacturing transactions are accurately entered into our MRP System
• Lead 2nd shift team utilizing the UCG quality principles including an emphasis on continuous improvement
• Distribute and monitor work orders to team members
• Operation of extrusion equipment
• Assist in continuous improvement
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment following the principles of 5S
• Ensure efficient use of time and equipment, ensuring that the appropriate records are maintained and that tight inventory control and security are maintained
• Safely operate production equipment/build product per work instructions
• Operation of blow molding, thermal forming, injection molding, or extrusion equipment
• Execute daily handoffs to the day shift by communicating production rates and operational status
• Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50lbs occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs.

Requirements

• Must be a good communicator and self-motivated. Must be able to follow verbal and written communications/directions
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word is required
• A high school degree is required. An associate’s degree is preferred
• Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention
• Candidates with operator experience outside of plastics will be considered
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• 2-5 years of one of the following skills are strongly preferred:
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
• A forklift license is a plus
• Plastic or metal welding and fabrication certification

Benefits

• Training will be provided

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance