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Summit Polymer

Molding Technician - 2nd Shift

Vicksburg, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Be able to safely perform a side load mold change and perform the basic quality tasks * Have ...

Summit Polymer

Production Operator

Lawrenceburg, KY · On-site

$18.34/hr

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks ...

Summit Polymer

Assembly Operator - Shift 1

Vicksburg, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks ...

Summit Polymer

Operator, Paint - Shift 1

Vicksburg, MI · On-site

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks ...

Summit Polymer

Operator, Assembly - Shift 1

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks ...

Summit Polymer

Assembly Operator - Shift 2

Vicksburg, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles ... Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks ...

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Do workers at Summit Polymers get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
40% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Does Summit Polymers pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At Summit Polymers, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
55% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Summit Polymers affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Summit Polymers?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 88% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers at Summit Polymers worry about hours?

Most people worry about getting enough hours.
70% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do Summit Polymers workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
60% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Summit Polymers workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
75% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Summit Polymers?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
68% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do Summit Polymers managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Summit Polymers spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
27% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Summit Polymers?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
68% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Summit Polymers good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
40% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Summit Polymers feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
55% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Summit Polymers get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Summit Polymers?

Most people feel stressed out here.
83% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Summit Polymers enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
41% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Summit Polymers recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Summit Polymers?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
49% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Summit Polymers?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 61% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think Summit Polymers’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
91% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Summit Polymers is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
71% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

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Molding Technician - 2nd Shift

Summit Polymer

Vicksburg, MI • On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

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Summit Polymers rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 84 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.
JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU'LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued.
A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don't just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We're always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Mold Technician 1 FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt
Mold Technician 2
Mold Technician 3
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)
SUMMARY
This is a hands-on technical position responsible for molding machine setups, start-ups, operation, and shut-downs. Must follow all standard work procedures including daily use of Summit Lean Manufacturing System tools. Completes process verifications, perform 1st piece/last piece inspections and perform routine quality checks. Responsible for ensuring that machines, molds and equipment are properly functioning and maintained. Identify problems and perform basic troubleshooting, according to knowledge and work experience. Duties will also include general housekeeping, visual production management and product flow, compliance to environmental and safety procedures and assisting with Operator/Utility tasks.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The fully trained and qualified Mold Tech is capable of completing the following tasks under general supervision:
  • Safely performing injection mold changes and machine start-ups in the proper sequence and within time standards
    • Complying with all SPI requirements for Personal Protective Equipment such as, but not limited to, hard hats, heat gloves/sleeves, steel toed shoes, eye protection, etc.
    • Performing lockout/tagout per requirements and safely operating equipment such as cranes, side load systems, hot runner controllers, etc. per standard work procedures.
  • Troubleshooting basic machine and equipment problems
  • Troubleshooting basic robot problems
  • Demonstrating basic knowledge of mold construction and function and is able to assist in the initial troubleshooting process
  • Performing basic Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling maintenance and repair
  • Completing machine process adjustments, within prescribed limits, to ensure that product meets specifications
  • Identifying non-standard work and machine conditions that are potential safety concerns and taking appropriate action
  • Effectively communicating and advising on product and production concerns with peers on other shifts
  • Assisting the supervisor in managing shift activities and training of operators, utilities and other mold techs.
  • Completing daily production paperwork
  • Utilizing Summit Lean Manufacturing Systems principles to monitor inventory, schedule and run production
  • Following general housekeeping principles
  • Assisting with giving Operator/Utility breaks
  • Assisting, as needed, in the grinding of runners and scrap parts.

Training
The Mold Tech position is a progressive position requiring diligent completion of training requirements over 3 levels and within prescribed time frames in order to achieve fully qualified status and remain in the position.
  • Level 1 Side Load - Completed within 5 weeks of placement in position
    • Upon completion and under direct supervision, the Tech will:
      • Be able to safely perform a side load mold change and perform the basic quality tasks
      • Have completed the training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 1 Side Load

  • Level 1 Top Load - Completed within 2 weeks of completion of Level 1 Side Load (6 weeks after hire)
    • Upon completion and under direct supervision, the Tech will:
      • Be able to safely perform a top load mold change using a crane
      • Have completed the training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 1 Top Load

  • Level 2 - Completed within 18 weeks of completion of the Level 1 Top Load (24 weeks after hire)
    • Upon completion and under general supervision, the Tech will:
      • Be able to safely and efficiently perform both side load and top load set-ups, meeting the time requirements and execution per the standard work procedure
      • Be able to do a full start-up, completing all required checks and documentation
      • Be able to do limited troubleshooting of the process and equipment and make adjustments if required
      • Have completed the training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 2

  • Level 3 - Completed within 54 weeks of completion of Level 2 (18 months after hire)
    • Upon completion and under general supervision, the Tech will:
      • Be able to meet all the Mold Tech Level 3 requirements outlined above
      • Have completed the training modules and tests as outlined in the Mold Tech Training Progression Checklist for Level 3

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Agreement to complete of all required post-hire training modules within specified time frame
  • A minimum score in the 50th percentile on the DAT Mechanical Reasoning Test
  • A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select (Traditional score of 16 on the Cognitive portion)
  • Meet the physical requirements for the position
    • Physically capable of standing and walking for the entire shift
    • Must be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly
    • Repeated bending and lifting during the shift
    • Must be able to wear steel-toed footwear
    • Adequate visual acuity to enter/revise molding press programming
    • Must be able to meet requirements for crane license
    • Must be capable of exerting up to 150 foot pounds on torque wrench
    • Must be able to work around a magnetic field

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position typically does not require any travel.
DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

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