3Rd Shift Plastics Factory Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter. - Position Summary This position is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely set-up, processing improvements, and troubleshooting of plastic injection molds, tooling and equipment (including auxiliary equipment) operation while ensuring that safety, quality and productivity goals are achieved on a daily basis. Position Responsibilities Set-up molds, related tooling and equipment according to daily production schedules; verify equipment is running at required cycle time within specs and quality level prior to releasing for production.

Ensure tools and material are returned to proper locations before leaving workstation. Issue and close work orders for maintenance and process activities. Inspect and repair process equipment for potential problems and advise tool room of issues.

Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment, keeping all in working order. Work with suppliers and contractors to purchase required parts for servicing equipment. Support other departments as needed.

Maximize communication flow for effective performance within the department and between shifts. Follow all safety procedures in completion of job duties. Verify all safety-related devices, machine guarding, signage, etc.

are in place and functioning prior to releasing equipment for production. Wear required PPE. Participate in 6S events.

Sustain 6S standards through good housekeeping and execution of standard work including knowledge of lock out, tag out procedures. Perform first piece inspection and provide QA Tech part for approval after mold changeover. Troubleshoot equipment processing problems related to product quality.

Complete all required production and quality assurance documentation. Evaluate, recommend and execute continuous improvement suggestions to improve operating efficiency. Utilize LEAN Thinking in formal and informal settings including participating in LEAN Events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Projects, Just-Do-It), submitting Suggestions, attending LEAN Training, and improving work cell/areas of responsibility daily.

Use visual tools and display boards and update them as appropriate. Document all changes resulting from LEAN activities according to ISO guidelines. Accept/embrace change for continuous improvement.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support. Substitute and back-up production line positions if and when necessary. During 30-minute overlap clean-up workstation, supply next shift with materials needed, communicate issues & concerns for oncoming shift.

Other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Experience One (1) to three (3) years of industrial manufacturing experience. Tow motor, scissor lift and crane certification will be necessary within sixty (60) days.

Basic computer skills needed with solid understanding of equipment and mechanical aptitude. Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail required. Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet operational deadlines.

Flexibility and dependability required to meet operational demands of 24-hour operation. Weekend and/or evening rotations may be required. Knowledge of lockout/tagout, machine guarding and applicable OSHA/Oatey safety standards.

Education and Certification High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Compensation Range for the Position: $14.82 - $18.90 - $22.97 USD Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position: 5.00% Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent. Oatey Total Rewards Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support

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