Foam Press Operator II - Precision, Safety & Quality

Welbilt Inc.; Parsons (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Wellness Program

Tuition Assistance

Employee discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kolpak, a Welbilt brand, is seeking a Foam Machine Operator II at our Parsons, Tennessee facility. The role involves setting up and operating foam press equipment, loading raw materials, and performing in-process inspections to uphold strict quality and safety standards.

You will monitor cycle times, temperatures, and tool changes, complete logs and safety checklists, and communicate any issues to supervisors. Strong attention to detail and adherence to instructions are essential.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and tape measures.
• Perform basic math and reading comprehension.
• Read, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate foam press equipment according to work instructions, specifications, and production schedules.
• Perform in-process inspections and tooling changes using a tape measure.
• Load raw foam materials into press molds and remove finished parts after press cycles.
• Monitor press operation, temperatures, pressures, and cycle times to ensure consistent product quality.
• Inspect completed parts for defects, damage, or nonconformance.
• Accurately complete production logs, scrap, and safety checklists.
• Communicate equipment issues, quality concerns, or material shortages to supervisors.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, and quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean and organized in accordance with 5S standards.
• Support continuous improvement and teamwork initiatives.
• Perform minor adjustments and routine maintenance on press equipment.
• Identify defects, scrap causes, and process improvement opportunities.
• Adjust machine settings, tooling, and programs to meet dimensional and quality requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Kolpak, a Welbilt brand, is seeking a Foam Machine Operator II at our Parsons, Tennessee facility. The role involves setting up and operating foam press equipment, loading raw materials, and performing in-process inspections to uphold strict quality and safety standards.

You will monitor cycle times, temperatures, and tool changes, complete logs and safety checklists, and communicate any issues to supervisors. Strong attention to detail and adherence to instructions are essential.