Polymer Compression Molding Technician

About Arbco Wheels

Arbco Wheels, a division of Colson Group Retail, supplies surface protection and caster and wheel solutions to retail stores throughout North America, Europe, and Australia. We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality products that keep retailers moving.

Role Snapshot

• Title: Polymer Compression Molding Technician
• Location: Export, PA
• Reports To: Plant Manager or Designee
• Schedule: Four-day work week, Monday–Thursday, 10 hours/day; 2nd Shift, 4:00 pm – 2:00 am

A Day in the Life

You arrive at your work cell and begin with safety pre-flight checks. With your area organized using 5S practices, you review the production schedule and prepare raw materials, measuring precise weights to ensure consistent results. You operate 3–5 presses within a press set, molding wheel components to specification. Throughout the shift, you conduct short-interval quality checks, visually inspect wheels for defects, and separate any nonconforming parts into the proper containers. When needed, you file raised mould lines and sort molded wheels by part number.

Accuracy matters: you record production and scrap quantities in the ERP system and make sure counts are correct. You meet standardized performance benchmarks and wrap up the day by completing end-of-shift safety and 5S routines. You follow company policies and take on additional tasks as assigned.

Core Responsibilities

• Convert raw materials into finished wheel products using exact weights and measurements
• Run 3–5 presses per press set and monitor process conditions
• Read and execute the production schedule while meeting standard performance levels
• Perform safety preflight checks and maintain a tidy work area using 5S
• Complete short-interval quality checks; visually inspect wheels and segregate defects
• File raised mould lines as needed and sort wheels by part number into proper containers
• Accurately enter production and scrap data into the ERP database
• Follow all organizational policies, rules, and regulations; perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Able to stand or walk for 10 hours per shift (four shifts per week)
• Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds
• Basic reading and comprehension
• Basic computer skills; experience with Epicor ERP is a plus (not required)