Shift: 6pm – 6:10am (working 3 days one week, 4 days the next and every other weekend)

Description
We have been in business for 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment?

Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated?

You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility:
In this role, you will be responsible for performing color changes, start up and mold changes of injection molding equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance and expand your technical skills and abilities.
Come join this supportive, collaborative, dynamic team!

You will work on some of the largest plastic injection molding machines in the world! This is an opportunity to thrive in an environment where you're on your feet and active, challenge through problem-solving while working with large-scale plastic molding presses.

General Responsibilities:
Routine Tasks – Executes the startup of plastic injection molding equipment, ensuring the prompt and precise installation and removal of injection molds while adhering to quality and safety protocols. Also responsible for color changes, cleaning hoppers and moisture checks.
Machine Adjustments - Performs mold changes safely and efficiently. Has the ability to determine the appropriate Knock Outs/Ejector Bars setup. Knows why and how to inspect platen holes, bolts, cranes, and chains. Has the ability to hook up water, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic lines and verify all auxiliary equipment is functioning as intended. Has the ability to make repairs to auxiliary lines including replacing lines, replacing O-rings, and replacing fittings.

Continuous Improvement - Working in a team environment, you will investigate molding defects like flash and short shots, recognizing opportunities for continuous improvement. Communicate any tooling issues to both the Shift Supervisor and the team's Process Engineer.

Documentation - Guarantee comprehensive documentation of all processes and execute the processing of injection molding machines in accordance with process sheet specifications. Working in a team environment, you will investigate molding defects like flash and short shots, recognizing opportunities for continuous improvement. Communicate any tooling issues to both the Shift Supervisor and the team's Process Engineer.
We welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; or equivalent experience (3 years of Plastics Technology)
• Valid Driver’s license or be able to use all 4 limbs such as arms, legs (upper and lower limbs), torso/trunk at the shoulder. Have coordination of eyes, hands and feet. Not have any known/documented convulsive disorders and corrected vision (obtain doctor’s note verifying proof of the corrected vision)
• Must have basic reading and writing skills
• Must have basic technical math skills
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• At least 1 year prior experience in Material Handling; specifically working with raw resins (plastics) is preferred
• Must have 1 – 2 years’ experience in forklift driving
• Must have basic mechanical aptitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have basic computer knowledge, specifically using Microsoft Office products
• Strong attention to detail is required

Preferred Education, Experience and Cultural Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Plastics is preferred
• Previous Lock Out/Tag Out experience is preferred
• Previous die setting experience, with injection molds, is strongly preferred
• Previous Routsis or Paulson training is preferred
• Prior certification in Overhead Chain and Crane is preferred

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Starting on Day 1
• Life Insurance (Company Paid and Supplemental)
• 401K with match – Starting on Day 1
• Flex Spending
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Perks

• Weekly Pay
• Childcare Assistance (Tri-Share)
• Flexible Hours & Scheduling
• Attendance Recognition Program
• Voucher programs for Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Uniforms / T-shirts
• Employee Resource Groups
• Smoking Cessation Products and Programs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Night shift

Experience:

• Forklift: 3 years (Required)
• Plastics injection molding: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Grand Rapids, MI (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person