Machine Operator – USA

Operate Roto Mold machine that will produce quality products as per customer specifications.
Reports to Supervisor.

• Weigh pails of powder as per product specifications ie weight, color
• Ensure all supplies are available at machine prior to shift i.e. vent tubes etc
• Prepare molds – clean vent tubes, parting lines and replace breather material prior to the start of every cycle
• Check product quality for any defects and report quality issues to Lead Hand and/or Supervisor
• Read and understand procedures to produce products
• Use crane to open mold to extract product when cycle is complete
• Respond to trimmer findings and troubleshoot quality issues
• Meet machine cycle time targets and keep machine operating efficiently in cycle
• Handle molds with necessary care to ensure longevity of tools
• Keep clamps adjusted to ensure mold closes properly with no leaks
• Assist with mold changes as required
• Record number of products completed per shift on Daily Productivity Sheets
• Maintain a clean work station
• Ensure wearing PPE at all times
• Perform other duties a required

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience using hand tools, air tools and electrical tools
• Familiar with a manufacturing setting
• Mechanical knowledge is an asset
• Quality control techniques is an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Perform repetitive movements
• Stand, bend, for long periods of time
• Lift between 15 – 60 lbs.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Self motivated
• Problem solve
• Punctual

Work Environment:

• Plant setting
• Fast pace

 Shifts: Days 7:00am-3:00pm / Afternoons 3:00pm-11:00pm / Nights 11:00pm-7:00am.