First Line Inspector- 2nd Shift, Monday – Friday 3pm to 11:30pm

APM Corporation; Scottsburg (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

American Plastic Molding in Scottsburg, Indiana is seeking dependable Production Operators to safely operate injection molding equipment, inspect products for quality, assemble components and help meet customer requirements.

You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, follow work orders, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and collaborate with supervisors, technicians and quality personnel to achieve production goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Read and follow work orders and work instructions.
• Verify product labels and production specifications.
• Remove molded parts, trim excess material, and prepare products according to established procedures.
• Inspect, measure, and evaluate products to ensure they meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot and report production or quality concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with supervisors, technicians, and quality personnel to meet production goals.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Math and measurement

Injection molding experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Job description

Join Our Team at American Plastic Molding

American Plastic Molding (APM) is seeking dependable, detail-oriented Production Operators to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will safely operate injection molding equipment, inspect products for quality, assemble components, and help ensure customer requirements are met. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in producing quality work, we’d love to hear from you.

At APM, customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we value employees who demonstrate integrity, teamwork, perseverance, gratitude, and purpose in everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Read and follow work orders and work instructions.
• Verify product labels and production specifications.
• Remove molded parts, trim excess material, and prepare products according to established procedures.
• Perform assembly tasks and secondary operations as required.
• Inspect, measure, and evaluate products to ensure they meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Conduct gauging and quality checks and accurately document inspection results when required.
• Troubleshoot and report production or quality concerns to supervisors.
• Ensure materials are available for production and assist with recycling and grinding processes.
• Package finished products according to work instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, technicians, quality personnel, shipping, and materials handling teams to achieve production goals.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and immediately report unsafe conditions.
• Participate in corrective and preventative action initiatives to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Preferred Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Skills & Experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Prior manufacturing or injection molding experience is helpful but not required.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to:

• Stand, walk, and move throughout the shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle products and equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain close attention to detail and perform visual quality inspections.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment and may involve:

• Exposure to moving machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to airborne particles and occasional hot materials.
• Varying temperatures throughout the facility.
• Moderate noise levels.

Why Join APM?

At American Plastic Molding, we believe our employees are key to our success. We foster a culture built on:

• Integrity
• Purpose
• Teamwork
• Perseverance
• Gratitude

We are committed to quality, environmental responsibility, workplace safety, and providing opportunities for employees to learn new skills and grow within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

American Plastic Molding is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. We comply with all applicable ADA regulations and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.