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At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of ... Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Molding Operator in the molded foam department on 1st ...

Machine Operator

Richmond, VA

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator in our Carpet Cushion Department, at our Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway, Richmond VA 23234). This position will work on a ...

Machine Operator

Richmond, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator in our Carpet Cushion Department, at our Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway, Richmond VA 23234). This position will work on a ...

Machine Operator B

Allentown, PA

$16.75 - $20/hr

At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of ... Your additional responsibilities as Machine Operator B will include: * Perform cutting operations ...

Machine Operator A

Allentown, PA

$16.75 - $20/hr

At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of ... Your additional responsibilities as the Machine Operator A will include: * Perform cutting ...

Machine Operator A

Allentown, PA · On-site

$23.74/hr

At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of ... Your additional responsibilities as the Machine Operator A will include: * Perform cutting ...

Machine Operator B

Allentown, PA · On-site

$21.60/hr

At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of ... Your additional responsibilities as Machine Operator B will include: * Perform cutting operations ...

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator B on 2nd shift, in our Bedding ... Department at our Lakeland, FL manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for safely ...

Machine Operator 2nd shift

Lakeland, FL

$14.75 - $18/hr

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator B on 2nd shift, in our Bedding ... Department at our Lakeland, FL manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for safely ...

Carpenter Co. has immediate openings for a 1st shift Warehouse/Saw Operator in our Fabrication Department at our Longview, NC manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the operation of ...

Checker Loader (Forklift Operator)

Richmond, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Checker Loader (Forklift Operator) in our Carpet Cushion Department, at our Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway, Richmond VA 23234). Checker ...

Saw Operator, 1st shift

Hickory, NC · On-site

$22.02 - $22.75/hr

Carpenter Co. has immediate openings for a 1st shift Warehouse/Saw Operator in our Fabrication Department at our Longview, NC manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the operation of ...

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Molding Relief Operator

Molding Relief Operator

Carpenter Co.

Elkhart, IN

$23.93 - $24.85/hr

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Carpenter Co. rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Molding Operator in the molded foam department on 1st shift [6:00am - 2:00pm] at our Elkhart, Indiana foam manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for preparing molds for molding production, trims flash off molded parts coming out of mold, and places part on overhead conveyor. The hourly pay rate for this position is $23.93 to $24.85 per hour. Plus an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a normal production environment with interaction and communication with fellow employees, operator/lead person and area supervisor. This position may also involve performing other positions in department.

Additional Responsibilities of the Molding Operator will include:

  • Carefully remove parts from the mold
  • Place HR parts on the conveyor
  • Place all Visco parts on the Monorail pans
  • Notify management of any problems (defects) seen with the parts
  • Clean excess flash and any foam that is sticking to the tools (molds)
  • Lead co-workers in safety and production and be an active participant on the team.
  • Learn to diagnose foam issues and troubleshoot production equipment problems.
  • Perform all of the Lead Person’s duties in his/her absence.
  • Count scrap and maintain appropriate records.
  • Fill tanks as necessary to ensure that they have an adequate supply.

Skills/ Requirements

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree Required.
  • Entry Level with 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Must be able to work at a fast pace.
  • Basic math and have basic computer knowledge.
  • Safely and efficiently operator a forklift.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Must be able to stand for 8 - 10 hours each shift.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Elkhart Branch employees average over 10 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.