What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molding Relief Operator position at Carpenter Co.?
Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!
Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Molding Operator in the molded foam department on 1st shift [6:00am - 2:00pm] at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for preparing molds for molding production, trims flash off molded parts coming out of mold, and places part on overhead conveyor. The hourly pay rate for this position is $23.93 to $24.85 per hour. Plus an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift.
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a normal production environment with interaction and communication with fellow employees, operator/lead person and area supervisor. This position may also involve performing other positions in department.
Additional Responsibilities Of The Molding Operator Will Include:
Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Elkhart Branch employees average over 10 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.
Experience
Required
Required
Preferred
Required
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Molding Operator in the molded foam department on 1st shift [6:00am - 2:00pm] at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for preparing molds for molding production, trims flash off molded parts coming out of mold, and places part on overhead conveyor. The hourly pay rate for this position is $23.93 to $24.85 per hour. Plus an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift.
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a normal production environment with interaction and communication with fellow employees, operator/lead person and area supervisor. This position may also involve performing other positions in department.
Additional Responsibilities Of The Molding Operator Will Include:
- Carefully remove parts from the mold
- Place HR parts on the conveyor
- Place all Visco parts on the Monorail pans
- Notify management of any problems (defects) seen with the parts
- Clean excess flash and any foam that is sticking to the tools (molds)
- Lead co-workers in safety and production and be an active participant on the team.
- Learn to diagnose foam issues and troubleshoot production equipment problems.
- Perform all of the Lead Person’s duties in his/her absence.
- Count scrap and maintain appropriate records.
- Fill tanks as necessary to ensure that they have an adequate supply.
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree Required.
- Entry Level with 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
- Must be able to work at a fast pace.
- Basic math and have basic computer knowledge.
- Safely and efficiently operator a forklift.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to stand for 8 - 10 hours each shift.
Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Elkhart Branch employees average over 10 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.
Experience
Required
- Experience working at a fast pace
- 1 year(s): Experience working with computerized machines
- 6 months or previous manufacturing experience preferred
Required
- High School or better
Preferred
- SAP
- Microsoft Excel
Required
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Salary : $24 - $25