Production Assistant

Job Title: Production Assistant

Location: Solon, OH

Pay: $19 base + $1 shift differential — paid weekly

Job Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Shift: 2nd Shift, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Job Overview:

We're hiring a Production Assistant to join a 2nd shift team at a local plastics manufacturer. In this role, you'll work within the Production department, providing set-up and process support for plastic injection molding machines. If you enjoy hands-on work and being part of a team that keeps production moving, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare molding machines for production runs
• Mold test shots and submit them for QA inspection
• Adjust process parameters as needed to keep machines running properly
• Remove, clean, and install machine components and dies
• Verify proper resin materials and follow material recipes
• Use established process parameters and manual machine controls during setup
• Confirm all machine safety controls are functioning correctly
• Purge molding material from machine barrels as required
• Perform preventive maintenance per MPS and FRM documentation
• Complete all documentation accurately, including wall charts, moisture checks, and FRM paperwork for new set-ups and restarts
• Load material into hoppers and loaders, manage grinders, and document as required
• Properly handle resins, oils, solvents, absorbents, grease, and tooling dies

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to use hand tools
• Basic working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and how APRs interact with molding machines
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and Programmable Logic Controllers (a plus)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints (preferred)
• Basic math skills
• Good vision
• Reliable attendance
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to own your individual responsibilities

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of related experience and training

This role offers an engaging environment where you can grow your skills in manufacturing while contributing to a collaborative team. If you’re ready to jumpstart your career in production with energy and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you!

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