Job Description:
We are an injection molding company that services the Food, Consumer Goods, Dispensers, and Appliance industries. A career with Commercial Plastics (CP) is full of opportunity to teach and learn from your colleagues, you will have plenty of chances to grow professionally. You will also enjoy a friendly, clean, and encouraging workplace, you will not just be another employee – you will be an integral member of the Team.
Benefits include:- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Company sponsored STD & LTD Insurance 401 (k) MatchPaid holidays
- Paid vacation***** Standard Shift runs Monday - Friday.*****Scheduled hours:1st Shift - Mon - Friday, 6am - 2pmKey Accountabilities (results expected to achieve):Meet or exceed plant goals for setup time, downtime reduction, scrap reduction and press optimization
Key Responsibilities:- (tasks that you do to achieve the accountabilities):Ensures company standards for safety, quality and customer satisfaction are met or exceeded
- Cleans molding machines, machine equipment, and molds
- Completes needed documentation for set ups required including but not limited to assignment sheets and nozzle torque sheets
- Transfers molds as needed by utilizing overhead cranes, forklifts, and hoists
- Sets up molds in molding machine to include auxiliary equipment
- Maintains clean workstation and continuously practices housekeeping standards throughout facility
- Responsible for installing multi-nozzles, clamps and ready rods
- Performs insert changes on vertical presses
- Diagnosis of thermocouples and heat related issues
- Follows electrical and hydraulic diagrams
- Installs hydraulic lines and electrical cords
- Rigging molds up to the capabilities of hoist equipment
- Performs all other assignments as required
- Qualities for Success:1+ year experience in manufacturing environment
- Previous injection plastics experience or Material Handling experience preferred
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with touch screens
- Must be able to read and comprehend English
- Must be able to follow specifications, simple instructions, and setup sheets
- Basic math skills, including calculations and measurement
- Able to work overtime hours according to business need
- Pays close attention to detail and makes accuracy a priority
- Follows set directions and procedures
- Able to work with a team or independently
- Mechanical aptitude
- Knowledge of hand tools and what they are used for
- Basic knowledge of hydraulics
- Ability to operate a hoist, crane, and fork lift (with company training)
- Dedicated to safety for self and others
- Problem solver; able to troubleshoot issues independently or escalate when necessary; sense of accountability and sound professional judgement
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized and able to work with and direct others
- Experience using MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPointPhysical & Mental Demands:
- Able to lift 65 lbs up to shoulder height daily on an on-going basis without assistance
- Able to lift 50 lbs above head occasionally
- Push, pull, bend, twist, and stoop on an on-going basis
- Grip and hold parts and hand tools continuously (8 hours)
- Use miscellaneous hand tools including manual, pneumatic, and powered
- Ability to work with small parts down to a bolt size of ¼” in diameter
- Good hand and wrist dexterity
- Visually inspect all parts
- Stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Must be able to handle extremely heavy items with equipment such as forklifts, cranes, and hoist
- Occasionally ascends/descends ladders to work on machinery
- Crawl into tight spaces daily (1-2 hours)
The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Work Environment:
This position is often required to conduct business on the manufacturing floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving mechanical parts and could be exposed to chemical or electrical shock risk. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and noise levels that are typically moderate.
Protective Clothing Required:
- Safety glasses
- Hearing protection
- Steel/composite toe and slip resistant safety shoes
- Cut-resistant gloves
- Bump CapsFace shield
- Kevlar sleevesFR Clothing complaint when needed
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
