IPS - IRP Medical is seeking a Press Operator (2nd Shift) who will be responsible to operate continuous operations of molding machines/presses, vertical or horizontal, to produce products that meet requirements and/or specifications.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components focused exclusively on high-value end markets in aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial. The group comprises 8 highly respected brands: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM). Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings.

Responsibilities:

• Operate a press to mold rubber or plastic parts to requirements or specifications
• Removes finished or cured products from dies or molds using hand tools, air hoses, and other equipment.
• Trims excess material from parts using knives and hands to meet specifications.
• Monitors machine performance, identifies operating errors, and takes corrective action
• Assist the Production Lead or Supervisor in meeting shift or departmental production goals
• Adhere to the company’s safety rules and quality standards and procedures
• Use PPE (personal protective equipment) as required to conform to safety rules and practices
• Maintain good housekeeping discipline in the work area and conduct regular cleanup at every start and end of shift, line clearance at the beginning of run
• Complete the required documentation for shift production information in required reports such as Work Orders, Shift Reports, scanning, data entry, product label generation in the IRP Database system
• Take care of the product and ensure safe and clean handling to prevent damage or contamination
• Take care of assigned machine/s to ensure safe operation and report any abnormalities to Shift Lead/Supervisor and/or Maintenance Tech/Manager
• Ability to inspect product for visual defects via unaided eye or some magnification to confirm product quality, as necessary
• Perform other duties or tasks as required

Years Experience: 1-2 years experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Qualifications:

• Minimum of High School level of education is preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machines safely
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Cooperation, collaboration, and ability to get along well with others
• Understanding the importance of product conformity
• Manual dexterity and critical eye for details
• Previous machine operations experience is preferred
• Ability to handle moderate lifting, no greater than 50 lbs
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs
• Proficiency in using tools like micrometers, calipers, and rulers
• Attention to detail and precision

Benefits:

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Schedule:

• Mon - Fri (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
• .50 cent shift differential for night shift