Lead Operator – Rotomold 1st Shift

This position requires working in a manufacturing environment and must be able to operate machinery in a safe and efficient manner to produce high quality products.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Responsible for safe and efficient operation of machines and other related equipment to drive consistent production of high quality rotationally molded products.

This is a lead position. You will be supervising employees.

• Develop thorough understanding of machine operation and all related technology and equipment to facilitate efficient rotomolding operation.

• Drive consistent production of rotationally molded parts which meet dimensional, functional, aesthetic and volume requirements.

• Ensure that accurate weights of contaminant-free molding materials are measured, prepared and charged for each mold and production cycle.

• Exercising safe and efficient technique and utilizing the proper tools, open and close molds before and after production cycles to ensure consistent and timely production of plastic parts.

• Using appropriate tools and technique, maintain clean flanges to prevent build-up of plastic and ensure proper sealing of molds along parting lines. Remove excess plastic and prepare molds for charging.

• Load powder into molds and ensure complete parting line seal by closing clamps or bolt/receivers. Ensure mold vents are open and clear.

• Cycle mold into the oven for production and curing of the part.

• After part is fully cooled and cured, remove plastic part from mold, ensuring part is free of physical damage and contamination.

• Perform necessary secondary operations, including part trimming, foaming, graphics application, product assembly & packaging, etc.

• Maintain clean and safe workstation at all times; ensure all materials, molds and tools are kept contaminant-free and in efficient working condition via periodic equipment maintenance.

• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement, including reduction of cycle times, minimization of material consumption and elimination of scrap.
• Other responsibilities as the business demands.

• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• High school education or equivalent with emphasis on shop courses including mechanical and/or metal fabrication.

• Experience in the use of a variety of electrical and pneumatic tools.

• Comfortable maneuvering mold of 75 pounds or more utilizing various types of lifting equipment, forklift, hoists etc.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements in the Physical Activities Checklist with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Understand the work environment conditions as outlined in number 4 below.
• Previous rotational molding experience preferred.

• · work in a manufacturing environment where temperature extremes are common
• · lift 50 pounds occasionally
• · perform repetitive tasks
• · wear required PPE
• · complete required job documentation
• · read and understand job instructions
• · be trained in forklift operation
• · bend, kneel, and reach frequently
• · stand for long periods of time
• · climb ladders and steps

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package.

• 401 (k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance