What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trim/Finish Weekend Shift position at Ruff Land Performance Kennels?
Trim/Finish Operator
A roto-molding trim/finish Operator is responsible for trimming, finishing, inspecting, and preparing roto-molded plastic products to meet company quality standards. This position requires attention to detail, safe operation of trimming tools and equipment, and the ability to work efficiently in a production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Trim and finish roto-molded products to company quality standards
- Remove excess material using hand and power tools
- Inspect products for defects, damage, or inconsistencies
- Sand, drill, route, and prepare products for assembly or shipment
- Follow production schedules and meet daily output goals
- Maintain accurate quality and production standards
- Operate equipment safely and follow all safety procedures
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
- Report equipment malfunctions or quality concerns to supervisors
- Assist with packaging, assembly, and other production tasks as needed
- Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to maintain efficient production
Typical day-to-day functions:
- Review production schedule and daily work assignments
- Gather required tools, materials, and safety equipment
- Receive molded parts from production
- Trim excess plastic from products using routers, knives, drills, and other tools
- Inspect products for quality issues such as cracks, thin spots, rough edges, or defects
- Sand and finish products to meet appearance and quality standards
- Install hardware or complete basic assembly tasks when required
- Move finished products to packaging or staging areas
- Maintain production pace while ensuring quality standards are met
- Clean workstations and organize tools throughout the shift
- Communicate production or quality concerns with supervisors and team members
- Assist other departments or team members as production needs change
Skills and Qualifications:
- Ability to use hand tools, routers, drills, grinders, and trimming equipment
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic problem-solving skills and critical-thinking abilities
- Time management and organizational skills
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and quality standards
- Reliable transportation
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds regularly
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, and dust
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in roto-molding or plastics manufacturing is a plus
- Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements preferred
Schedule:
Weekend shift – 6am – 6:30pm, Friday – Sunday, overtime as scheduled.
$20/ hour ($1 shift differential for second shift), starting DOE
Benefits:
- Health Insurance premium paid at 75%
- Vision Insurance premium paid at 100%
- Dental Insurance
- Pet insurance paid for one pet
- 401K matching
- Paid holidays
- Overtime opportunities
- Retention and referral bonuses
Salary : $20