About us

Commercial Plastics Mora, MN is a medium business in Mora, MN. We are professional, customer-centric, supportive and our goal is to Commercial Plastics utilizes the latest technologies and over 70 years of experience in helping to build a better product for our customers. We manufacture and produce products for over 200 customers in 25 industries. We are committed to environmental, social and economic sustainability. We are award-winning with our community involvement, employee engagement, as well as supporting and promoting education Some industries we produce products for: Aerospace Audio/Video Beauty Products Commerical Furniture Commercial Laundry Health & Fitness Lighting Medical/Healthcare and many more!.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Regular social events
• Wellness programs
• Casual work attire
• Relaxed atmosphere
• On-the-job training
• Company perks
• Safe work environment
• Lively atmosphere

Commercial Plastics is currently seeking a Nozzle Room Technician to join our diverse and talented team. We're looking for an individual that has a strong background in the manufacturing industry with a deep understanding of machine maintenance and repair. This position requires extensive knowledge of plant equipment and assists with the development of workable solutions to problems that arise in the production process.

Key Accountabilities (results expected to achieve):

• Meet or exceed company goals for safety, quality, cost and delivery through achievement of unplanned downtime targets

Key Responsibilities (tasks that you do to achieve the accountabilities):

• Ensures company standards for safety, quality and customer satisfaction are met or exceeded.
• Performs cleaning of nozzles following use on the production floor using an oxygen acetylene torch or other tools as needed.
• Performs minor electrical tasks as needed.
• Inspect all heaters and thermocouples for proper operation.
• Replaces heaters and thermocouples as required.
• Prepares and sets up kits in advance for scheduled production runs.
• Plans and prioritizes based on scheduling and business needs.
• Attends daily meetings to discuss production schedule and concerns needing to be addressed.
• Inspects and repairs or replaces parts as needed- including, but not limited to nozzles, tips, cylinders, hydraulic fittings, hoses, thermocouples, and heaters.
• Maintains an inventory of injection nozzles, tips, cylinders, and spare parts, and requisitions parts as needed through placing orders.
• Preforms cleaning and maintenance of injection nozzles - takes proper steps to have them repaired or replaced as needed.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Properly stores all nozzles and parts in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follows all safety requirements.
• Maintains nozzle cylinders.
• Keeps records of nozzle maintenance.
• Keeps file of nozzle "maps" for each job.
• Identify problem areas and help implement short-term and permanent corrective action.
• Performs all other assignments as required.

Qualities for Success:

• 1 years of Nozzle Room Technician experience.
• Must have knowledge of multi-nozzle structural foam molding and injection molding.
• Most possess good mechanical ability.
• Must be able to troubleshoot heaters and thermocouples.
• Have basic electrical skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to drive a fork-lift preferred.
• Able to work overtime hours according to business need.
• Safety conscious.
• Able to work effectively on a team and independently.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Able to lift 65 lbs up to shoulder height daily on an on-going basis without assistance
• Able to lift 60 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
• Respond to sound and light.
• Ascend/descend up to 7 feet frequently.

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.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person