2nd/3rd Cleanroom Molder II

Department:           Clean Room molding

Job Title:                  CR molder II

Reports to:                   CR Supervisor

General Description:  Perform manual operation of injection, transfer and compression style presses. The goal is to produce rubber parts to meet the customer’s expectations.  Individual is fully proficient at working on all products in Molding as well as all presses i.e. the Panstones.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment, use tools and/or perform manual tasks related to one or more of the manufacturing processes used to produce products according to procedures/standards
• Follow approved methods and client specifications to perform Designated Operator jobs
• Cure checking of parts may be required
• Follow approved methods to perform mold changes on all types of presses
• Actively able and willing to work in other departments, train co-workers, and work on challenging parts that require more work due to their difficulty as required
• Follow current department procedures regarding proper work allocation
• Follow established ISO Procedures
• Accurately record/communicate data using ERP system (APPX)
• Use proper line clearance procedures to ensure segregation of parts
• Use scales to weigh rubber at times if needed
• Use scales to determine proper gram weights on new molds as required
• Consistently exceed productivity goals while maintaining appropriate product quality
• Use information on JIS to understand and follow special instructions
• Use information on bin tags to understand and follow routing process
• Perform work demanding a high degree of care when handling molds to avoid damage
• Effectively communicate with Leads, Supervisors and co-workers within and between departments as necessary to efficiently complete tasks or convey information
• Demonstrate flexibility and a sense of urgency
• Actively foster an atmosphere of teamwork

• Follow standard safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.

• Identify and communicate opportunities for continued improvement
• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance
• Work overtime as required

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain acceptable housekeeping standards at all times to ensure a safe and productive work environment for all employees
• Keep working area orderly by complying with 5-S Program
• Clean molds using proper techniques
• Maintain proper segregation of rubber at presses
• Learn additional processes in other departments as needed
• Provide assistance in other departments as needed with limited supervision
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent desired

• Has basic computer skills

• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions
• Ability to learn inspection techniques and operating procedures
• Has neat, legible handwriting (or printing)
• Ability to learn and use, with assistance, scales and other measuring devices
• Is fully proficient - ability to set up as well as mold all products in molding Department
• Demonstrates a consistent ability to build and maintain solid, positive working relationships
• Is reliable with limited number of unplanned absences
• Is responsible, dependable and uses time well
• Is focused and able to work independently and at a steady pace
• Able and willing to responsibly and reliably work in other areas without supervision

Physical Requirements:

• Good vision (with or without corrective lenses)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Fine motor skills in hands/wrist and good hand/eye coordination required especially when running insert jobs
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. on occasion

S10:  MOLD MACHINE OPERATOR

Benefits offered to all full-time employees 1st of the month following 60 days of employment;

Medical insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching plan

Basic Life insurance

Voluntary Life insurance

LTD/STD insurance

Flexible benefits plan

Vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Employee savings account (interest paying)

Holiday pay (8) – starts upon hire

Benefits offered after one year of full-time employment;

Employee loan

Biannual profit sharing program