3rd Shift Plastic Trimming Operator - 4-Day Week

Maksplastics; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Career advancement

4-day work week

Job summary

MAKS Plastics in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a hands-on Plastic Trimming Operator for the 3rd shift on a 4-day work week, supporting Primary Operators to trim and finish molded plastic parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will use routers, saws, air tools and sonic welders, inspect quality, and keep work areas safe and organized while contributing to a family-focused culture and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Read production prints and specifications.
• Experience with manufacturing tools and machinery preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and team leads.
• Basic computer skills are helpful.
• Able to work in a hot, loud manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist Primary Operators with trimming and finishing molded plastic products.
• Use routers, saws, air tools, and other equipment to complete final product finishing.
• Assemble components using glue, sonic welders, and additional materials as required.
• Inspect products for quality defects and report issues to supervisors.
• Verify prints, specifications, and production orders for accuracy.
• Properly stack and organize parts to prevent damage.
• Maintain production pace and support other operations when needed.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Contribute to a positive and safety-focused production environment.

Skills

Print reading

Machinery use

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Tools

Router

Saw

Air tools

Sonic welder

Job description

MAKS Plastics in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a hands-on Plastic Trimming Operator for the 3rd shift on a 4-day work week, supporting Primary Operators to trim and finish molded plastic parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will use routers, saws, air tools and sonic welders, inspect quality, and keep work areas safe and organized while contributing to a family-focused culture and opportunities for growth.