1st Shift - Press Operator

EFP in; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Elkhart is looking for machine operators to oversee molding and packaging processes. This role requires keen attention to detail, physical endurance for lifting and standing, and readiness to engage in continuous improvement efforts. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and tend to packaging machines.
• Inspect finished products for quality.
• Maintain accurate count and manage packaging supplies.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
Must be able to operate Molding Machines at pace they are cycling as required by supervisor. When packaging must be capable of packing quality parts. This position requires a high level of observation and communication with coworkers. Position reports to Production Supervisor.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Tend or operate machine that packages product.
• Must be able to run 2 presses when job requires
• Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items.
• Regulate wrapping machine flow, speed, and/or temperature.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur on wrapping machine and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener.
• Replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, labels, glue, etc.
• Remove waste from the production areas to improve productivity.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain and follow operating procedures of machinery
• Inspect parts for quality such as fill, fusion, post expansion, etc.
• Identify proper packaging container and ensure packaged container is properly labeled
• Maintain accurate count per container
• Perform plant clean-up operations as required by Team Leader
• Complete any required paperwork
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Participate in all required 5S/PPS activities as directed by Team Leader
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
40+ Hours weekly
Reading
Writing
Mathematics (basic)
Standing for long periods of time
Walking
Lifting (minimum 25 lbs.)
Carrying (minimum 25 lbs.)
Pushing (minimum 25 lbs.)
Pulling (minimum 25 lbs.)
Stooping
Bending
Crouching
Reaching
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education - none specified
Age requirement: 18+ years of age.
40+ Hours, weekly
Reading
Writing
Mathematics

EFP offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits. EFP's benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) plan with company contributions.

EFP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information about our company, access EFP's website at www.efpcorp.com .