2nd Shift Assembly Worker Molding

Carpenter Canada Co.; Elkhart, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Long-term career opportunities

Clean working environment

Job summary

Carpenter Co. in Elkhart, Indiana is hiring a molding operator on 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm) in the molded foam department. You will prepare molds, trim flash, and place parts on the overhead conveyor.

The role pays $21.97–$22.79/hr plus a $2.00/hr shift premium, with potential cross-training in other department tasks. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months manufacturing experience preferred, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED 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 operate a forklift.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to follow directions well and work with co-workers in a team environment.
• Will be required to work overtime during production upticks.
• Must be able to stand for an 8–10 hour production shift.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Ability to pack pillows and other production products into bags with proper stock label per customer specification.
• Willingness to work on Value or Order within the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Basic math

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Basic computer knowledge

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 an assembly worker in the molded foam department on 2nd shift [2:00pm - 10:00pm] 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 $21.97 to $22.79 per hour. There is an additional $2.00 per hour shift premium for working 2nd shift hours.

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)
• Ability to pack pillows and other production products into bags with proper stock label per customer specification.
• Willingness work on Value or Order within the department

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 and maneuver up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to follow directions well and work with co-workers in a team environment.
• Will be required to work overtime during production upticks.
• Must be able to stand for and 8 - 10 hour production 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 includingexcellent 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.

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

High School or better.

Experience

previous experience working at a fast pace

Preferred

6 months of manufacturing experience preferred

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