3rd Shift Plastic Injection Operator - Quality Focused

Lavelle Industries, Inc.; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lavelle Industries, Inc. is hiring a Plastic Press Operator for the Whitewater, WI location to run plastic injection molding machines, inspect parts, and maintain safety and production efficiency in a climate-controlled facility.

You will perform minor adjustments, handle materials, and record production data while meeting daily goals. Preference given to candidates with prior machine-operator experience.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail in production processes.
• Preference given to candidates with previous machine operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor state-of-the-art plastic injection molding machines to ensure quality standards.
• Make minor adjustments to auxiliary equipment and manually change resins as needed.
• Inspect molded products and package them for assembly or shipment.
• Produce high-quality products while meeting daily goals and following safety and efficiency processes.
• Master essential press functions, including opening/closing molds and purging materials.
• Manage the setup and shutdown of machinery for optimal performance.
• Store molded products in labeled containers to maintain organization.
• Prepare resin dryers by cleaning out previous materials, loading new ones, and adjusting settings.
• Conduct routine cleaning and inspection of equipment to meet 5S and TPM standards.
• Record and submit accurate production and quality data, ensuring operational excellence.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding machines

Job description

Lavelle Industries, Inc. is hiring a Plastic Press Operator for the Whitewater, WI location to run plastic injection molding machines, inspect parts, and maintain safety and production efficiency in a climate-controlled facility.

You will perform minor adjustments, handle materials, and record production data while meeting daily goals. Preference given to candidates with prior machine-operator experience.