Molder/Machine Operator - 1st Shift
SUMMARY: Assists in the operation of rotational molding machines and production of plastic parts in a manufacturing setting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fills buckets with the proper resin/dye and weight.
- Fills molding tooling with proper resin/dye and weight.
- Installs/Removes pins and/or inserts into proper place on the mold.
- Unload Mold or tooling as required by machine time.
- Visually inspect each part for quality.
- Reject non-conforming parts as needed and places them in designated area.
- Ensure proper maintenance of tooling at all times.
- Trim and deburr part and put in cart and/or box.
- Maintains part counts for inventory.
- Maintains cleanliness of work area.
- Follows all appropriate safety regulations.
- Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
- Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department or work crew.
- Maintains time and productions records.
· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· 1 year manufacturing experience; will train for rotomolding procedures
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
· Reading, Writing, and basic Communication skills.
· Ability to pass a background check.
· Successfully completing and passing pre-employment test during interview process.
COMPETENCIES:
· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
· Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions;
· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
· Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
· Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
· Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Continually required to stand
- Frequently required to walk
- Occasionally required to sit
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
- Occasionally required to climb, balance, kneel or crawl
- Ability to frequently ascend / descend stairs
- Frequently required to bend, stoop, twist
- Continually required to talk or hear
- Occasionally required to smell
- Frequently exposed to wet and/or hot-humid conditions (non-weather)
- Continually work near moving mechanical parts
- Occasionally work in high, precarious places
- Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
- Frequently exposed to extreme heat (non-weather)
- While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds team lift continually lift and move up to 40 pounds individually.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Rotational Molding Machines, Fork trucks, pallet jacks, impact and other pneumatic tools.'
'Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to speak English and Spanish?
- Do you have consistent, reliable transportation to report for all of your scheduled shifts?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Litchfield, MN 55355: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
