Molding Operator

Principal Manufacturing is seeking a Molding Operator to join our team in Broadview, IL. As a leader in fineblanking, conventional stamping and plastic injection molding, Principal Manufacturing sets itself above the competition.

The Molding Operator will operate and set up machine to crease molding for specific parts according to customer specification.

• Set up, operate, or tend metal or plastic molding to customer specifications.
• Remove finished products from dies or molds, using hand tools, air hoses and other equipment; stamp identifying information on products when necessary.
• Observe continuous operation of machines to ensure that products meet specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions.
• Examine products to identify defects and variations from coloring and other processing standards.
• Timely and accurately report production information in Plex (ERP System).
• Maintain and efficiently perform production assignment/ expectations from Supervisor within allotted time period per the production schedule, while following work instructions.
• Measure and inspect products to specify dimensions using quality tools and instruments.
• Maintaining lean concepts while looking for continuous improvement.
• Understands necessary tools and instructions to ensure quality of work.
• Ensure work area is safe and free of obstacles and safely work to prevent on-the-job injuries following all safety regulations.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent education/certification/machine operating experience.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrate the use of quality tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Bilingual in Spanish/ English.
• Previous experience with molding processes a plus.