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Techniplas is a global supplier of sophisticated plastic components and design-focused, multifunctional surfaces that are primarily for the automotive sector, as well as the industrial, consumer goods, medical and other markets. The company’s products follow industry trends like weight reduction and vehicle electrification, innovative operating concepts, high-quality surface finishes, and an increasing focus on convenience and safety.

The Techniplas Group runs 30 sites worldwide with production, sales and / or technology hubs and employs just under 4,000 members of staff. The company serves customers and platforms around the world, focusing on technological expertise and collaboration with customers in the fields of design and engineering. Techniplas has long-term relationships with many of the world’s leading automotive and industrial OEMs.

Operate machines to perform standardized operations such as assembly, molding, cutting, trimming, forming, crimping, punching, drilling, riveting, polishing, grinding, etc.  Recognize defective materials and machine malfunctions.  Observe continuous operation of machines to ensure that products meet specifications.

JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate machines or assembly equipment to make parts or products.
• Read work orders, work instructions, formulas, or processing charts.
• Maintain production documentation.
• Position and secure inserts, hand loads, and work pieces on machines.
• Remove finished products from machines, using hand tools, air hoses and other equipment.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain Techniplas and customer quality standards. 
• File, debur, sand, grind, or polish metal or plastic objects.
• Fill in appropriate information on labels and associated documentation needed on products when necessary.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Final packaging of products for shipment.
• Responsible for cleanup procedures.
• Training new employees on proper procedures and techniques.
• Perform re-work duties as assigned.
• Relieve other operators for breaks as needed.
• Act as a backup to the Inspector whenever necessary.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks.
• Serve on special project teams (Kaizen, 5S etc.).
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge:

• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses. Tools/Equipment Used:   Utility knife, razor knife, nippers, swivel knife, files, broachers, drills, arbor, inserts, grinders, saws, air hoses, cooling fixtures, magnifying glass, insert fixtures, gauges, brushes, milling machines.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of basic math and their applications.
• Education/Training - High School Diploma or Equivalent. Minimum Experience: 2 to 4 Years in a Manufacturing Environment preferred.

Skills:

• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Language - Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence.

Abilities:

• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Multi-limb Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) to ensure part quality meets customer requirements.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• Static Strength - The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.
• Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.