Molding Machine Operator

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Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at https://www.connectpositronic.com/en/

Job Summary
Operates compression and injection molding machines which mold thermoplastic and thermosetting plastics into products for world class electronic connector use.
Job Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor molding machines (1–2 units)
• Add/remove materials from machine bin
• Clean and maintain machines daily
• Clean and de-flash molds
• Monitor machines/products for quality
• Rework or sort red-tagged products
• Execute machine setup and mold changes
• Load/unload hoppers and perform machine startup/shutdown
• Read/interprets blueprints, safety rules, and operating instructions
• Use measuring tools daily
• Maintain daily production records and adhere to all safety and health policies.
• Uphold Positronic’s standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Education: High school diploma or GED; or
Experience: 1 to 3 months of experience or training; or
Other: Passage of appropriate testing to advance in ABC certification program.

Physical:

• Long periods of standing, occasional walking
• Occasionally bends, stoops, kneels, pulls
• Frequently pushes and reaches
• High hand and finger dexterity required
• Occasionally lifts and carries 0–20 lbs
• Safety glasses required constantly
• Cut-resistant gloves worn frequently
• All other PPE worn as necessary

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a production environment with frequent exposure to non-harmful fumes (e.g., melted plastic). Occasionally exposed to above average noise levels, gas, dust, and chemicals. Proper PPE such as safety glasses are required.
Shift: First shift (Monday-Wednesday 5:00am-5:30pm)

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment function.
• Proficient in English language for reading instructions, safety rules, and documentation.

Skills:

• Skilled in observing and responding to machine output for quality assurance.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting, assembling, or sorting parts.
• Effective communication with supervisors and team members.
• Able to accurately follow instructions, blueprints, and production documents.
• Efficient time management to meet production goals and machine cycles.

Abilities:

• Steady hand and arm control for repetitive machine tasks.
• Dexterity and coordination to handle small components and technical tools.
• Physical flexibility for bending, stretching, and lifting light to moderate loads.
• Ability to quickly respond to machine signals or changes in output.
• Capability to focus on repetitive tasks without losing attention to quality.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).

Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at hr@connectpositronic.comor at 417-866-2322.