Fabrication Operator - 2nd Shift, Hands-On Manufacturing

Mercury Plastics Inc.; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Plastics is seeking a Fabrication Operator for the 2nd shift to fabricate and assemble parts from extruded product to customer specs using fixtures, hand tools, and power tools. This is a full-time role with a starting pay of $17.00 per hour and a Monday–Friday schedule.

The operator will learn processes, operate equipment, perform assembly, inspect products, and prepare items for shipping while maintaining accurate production reporting and a clean work area.

Qualifications

• Hand-eye coordination.
• Basic math skills.
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Operate heating, forming, splicing, and punching machines.
• Perform general assembly as needed.
• Make limited adjustments to equipment, as authorized.
• Form plastic tubing using heat panels and ovens.
• Cut plastic tubing to size using automated cutters.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Basic math

Prior manufacturing experience

Ability to stand

Job description

Mercury Plastics is seeking a Fabrication Operator for the 2nd shift to fabricate and assemble parts from extruded product to customer specs using fixtures, hand tools, and power tools. This is a full-time role with a starting pay of $17.00 per hour and a Monday–Friday schedule.

The operator will learn processes, operate equipment, perform assembly, inspect products, and prepare items for shipping while maintaining accurate production reporting and a clean work area.