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Light Industrial Plastic Operator positions!

Flex-N-Gate
Salem, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Join our team as a Molding Plastics Operator and start your career in manufacturing! We provide on-the-job training and offer opportunities for growth within the company. If you are reliable, detail oriented, and ready to learn, this role is for you! We are hiring for afternoon shift & midnight shift - January start date!
Job Duties
  • Read work orders and instructions to determine material requirements and product specifications.
  • Set up and adjust equipment guides, stops, and other fixtures.
  • Inspect part for defects & verify conformance to specifications.
  • Monitor machine operations to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Mark products or equipment with identifying information.
  • Move materials and products between work areas as needed.
  • Maintain accurate inventory of materials and finished products.
  • Record production and operational data.
  • Count, pack, and forward parts to the next stage of production.
Requirements
  • High school diploma preferred.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions.
  • Strong multitasking and prioritization skills. .
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
  • Manual dexterity.
Working conditions
  • Fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Requires standing, bending, and lifting throughout shift.
  • Overtime may be required.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
This job description is not exhaustive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The company reserves the right to add, delete, or otherwise alter these responsibilities when and as necessary.

  • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

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