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Plastic Press Operator - 2nd Shift

  • $20.50 Per Hour
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  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Environmental Regulationsunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Plastic Injection Moldingunmatched
  • Plastics Manufacturingunmatched
  • Plumbingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Resinunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched

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Description

Job Title: Plastic Press Operator

Location: Whitewater, WI

Employment Type: Full-Time

We're on the hunt for dependable, detail-focused individuals to join our Whitewater, Wisconsin manufacturing team as Plastic Injection Molding Operators. You'll work in a clean, climate-controlled facility with high-tech machinery and a team that takes pride in quality, collaboration, and a little bit of quirky genius.

At Lavelle Industries, we proudly call ourselves "Toilet Geniuses" - and for good reason. We're a leading innovator in rubber and plastic components for the plumbing industry, best known for our Korky brand. Our products improve millions of bathrooms every day - and now we want you to help us build the future of plumbing!

At Lavelle, we're not just making parts - we're shaping careers. We invest in our people, recognize hard work, and create an environment where innovation and efficiency are celebrated.

  • Preference given to candidates with previous machine operator experience*

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

  • Operate and monitor state-of-the-art plastic injection molding machines to ensure quality standards.
  • Make minor adjustments to auxiliary equipment and manually change resins as needed.
  • Inspect molded products and package them for assembly or shipment.
  • Produce high-quality products while meeting daily goals and following safety and efficiency processes.
  • Master essential press functions, including opening/closing molds and purging materials.
  • Manage the setup and shutdown of machinery for optimal performance.
  • Store molded products in labeled containers to maintain organization.
  • Prepare resin dryers by cleaning out previous materials, loading new ones, and adjusting settings.
  • Conduct routine cleaning and inspection of equipment to meet 5S and TPM standards.
  • Record and submit accurate production and quality data, ensuring operational excellence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong attention to detail for production processes in the work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions along with performing basic math calculations.
  • Ability to work at an established production level as appropriate to the job.
  • Ability to lift loads of up to 50 pounds and can stand for long periods.
  • Ability to use problem-solving to identify and follow safety protocols.
  • Good physical mobility and ability to perform other duties as assigned.
  • Must use personal protection equipment whenever relevant.

WHAT SHIFTS ARE AVAILABLE? Monday through Friday shifts

  • 3:00pm-11:00pm (2nd Shift)

WAGE RANGE: $20.50

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Numbers & Facts

LocationWI
IndustryManufacturing - Other
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded1912
Websitehttp://www.lavelle.com

About Company

About Us

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Lavelle Headquarters

For over 100 years, Lavelle has taken a leading role as a rubber and plastics manufacturer. We manufacture high-quality rubber and plastic products and assemblies that go into items such as plumbing products, water softeners, food manufacturing equipment, electronics, health care products, toilets and tank trim, boilers, HVAC equipment, transportation equipment and pump systems. Our customers count on us because we offer:

  • A large selection of rubber, plastic and specialty material formulations to choose from, including certified elastomers that meet highly specialized performance requirements
  • On-site chemists who can formulate a custom material if none of our more than 2,000 active formulations meet your needs
  • Extensive product design engineering, tooling and manufacturing expertise that let us create precision molded products and assemblies
  • Continually improving lean manufacturing processes that enable us to minimize waste and costs
  • Processes that quickly move parts from conception to completion
  • An array of manufacturing services, including injection and conventional rubber molding; plastic molding; lathe cutting, die cutting and finishing services; and assembly and packaging operations

A History of Innovation

Since starting operations in 1912, we’ve continued to evolve into the strong, innovative manufacturing company that we are today. In 1954, we designed the first toilet flapper and this technology is still being used today. We have continued to be an engineering leader for our customers, designing products and solving problems. We accomplish this, not only from part design, but also material development, to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. As we grow, we continue to invest in our equipment; we have new mixing equipment, new measuring equipment, refurbished and new presses. All to give our customers the best service and innovation a rubber and plastic manufacturing company has to offer.

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