Mold Operator

Job Title: Mold Operator

Shift: Mon-Fri 6:30am-2:30pm

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for running molding machines to produce molded parts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work under general direction of the department supervisor and/or leader with a minimum of supervision following processes and procedures
Maintain personal production and quality standards as determined by supervision.
Operate injection molding machine
Operate blending machine to be able to combine raw pellets together
Cut off excess material with an exacto knife
Inspect products for surface defects and flaws
Position and secure threaded cores and/or overmolds into mold
Fill machine hoppers
Follow all safety regulations.
Maintain area in a clean and orderly condition

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three years manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have reasonable dexterity in hands to manipulate small parts.

Additional Characteristics:
This position works as both an individual contributor and in a team environment
This position may perform repetitive tasks including picking up and placing small parts
This position required the ability to lift 25-55 lbs. occasionally, 20-55 lbs frequently, 10-25lbs.
This position may require standing and/or sitting for long periods of time, up to 8-10 hours per day
This position requires good manually dexterity and visual acuity
This position requires some climbing of ladders
This position may be exposed to various industrial cleaning chemicals and oils