What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Plastech Corporation?
Plastech Corporation is now hiring full-time entry level Machine Press Operators! Operate automatic and semi-automatic injection molding machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Follow established production/process specifications or instructions. Perform manual packaging operations to fill, mark, label, band, tie pack, and/or wrap containers with products and materials. Observe operations and inspect packaged items for conformance with specifications. Tally, weigh, stack, and arrange products and packed containers. Maintain operating records and reports of test results. Report any malfunctions or abnormalities of equipment.
Schedule & Compensation:
Plastech Corporation pays on a weekly basis. This position is on a 6&3 rotating schedule which means you will work 6 days and have the next 3 days off in a row.
Hours Available:
- 1st Shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm - $16.00 per hour
***External candidates receive a $300 BONUS after 90 days of employment (must meet performance and attendance requirements).
Essential Functions:
- Maintain quality: Perform visual inspection of each part, comparing parts to startup, trimming, clipping, or torching off excessive plastic when necessary. Maintain computer database with defects.
- Packaging: Properly pack, label, and stack each shipping container with plastic parts. Maintain accurate log sheets and box counts, including partial amounts at the end of the shift. Keep up grinding when necessary.
- Machine operation: Use proper procedures in operating an injection molding machine. Read Picture Packet and Bill of Material.
- Assistance: Assist other operators with grinding and rework as directed by the Supervisor. Maintain a clean working environment.
Knowledge, Education, Experience and/or Certifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing setting is helpful but not required.
- Read and interpret documents such as Picture Packet, IOP, procedure manual, and safety rules.
- Communicate effectively with co-workers and management.
- Fill out general communication paperwork in written form legibly so as to be understood.
- Must be able to verbally pass on information to the next operator.
- Problem solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, and maintain necessary communication.
- Interpersonal skills: Maintain open communication with fellow employees, supervision, and management, remain open to others' ideas, and exhibit willingness to try new things.
- Planning/organizing: Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
- Quality control: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
- Adaptability: Adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability: Consistently be at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
- Professionalism: Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.
- Confidentiality: Hold confidential information received from the company in strict confidence and exercise a reasonable degree of care to prevent disclosure to others.
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off/Employee Sick and Safe Time (PTO/ESST)
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Discretionary Profit Sharing
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Short-term Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Voluntary Auxiliary Benefits
- Vision Insurance
Pre-employment drug screening and/or testing is required.
Our Rush City, MN facility is located within 30 miles of Hinckley, Mora, Braham, Stanchfield, Cambridge, Isanti, North Branch, Wyoming, Lindstrom, and Chisago, MN and Grantsburg, WI!
Req Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and ancillary benefits.
Salary : $16