Join our Team! Positions are available for our 3rd shift Press team. 

This position might be the right fit for you if you enjoy physically demanding work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working in an air-conditioned factory setting. As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for the setup and operation of plastic molding machines and other equipment.

What will you be doing?

• Operation and monitoring basic standards of plastic injection molding machines.
• Minor adjustments of auxiliary equipment, manually changing resins, inspecting molded products and packing products for use in assembly or for shipment.
• Produce quality products while meeting expected goals while following standard work of processes to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Operate basic injection molding press functions such as opening/closing molds and purging material.
• Operation of machinery and material set-up and shut down
• Store molded products in appropriate container such as totes or boxes while maintaining proper labeling of finished and work in process products.
• Prepare resin dryers by cleaning out the previous material, loading new material and adjusting settings.
• Conduct routine cleaning and inspection of equipment to meet 5S and TPM requirements.
• Record and submit accurate production and quality data, work records, etc., appropriate to the job.

Shift Information: Lavelle Whitewater 3rd shift runs from Monday night at 11 PM to Saturday morning at 7 AM

Wage Rate: $18.75/hour or $19.75/hour, depending on the position. Includes the shift premium. 

• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions along with perform basic math calculations
• Ability to work at established level of production as appropriate to the job.
• Ability to lift loads of up to 50 pounds and able to stand on feet for entire shift.
• Good physical mobility.