Injection Mold Operator

Motrex LLC; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) match

Medical coverage through Anthem BCBS

Dental coverage through Cigna

Vision exams included

Education assistance

Paid Time Off

Insurance plans (Life, AD&D, LTD, STD)

Job summary

Stryten Energy in Columbus, IN is hiring for a Production Operator on the 3rd shift (11pm–7am, Sun night through Fri morning). You will operate plastic injection molding presses, perform quality inspections, and document production data.

The role requires strong attention to safety, teamwork, and communication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The company offers a rich benefits package including weekly pay, 401(k) with match, and multiple health coverage options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing/production setting.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; entering information into a production database.
• Thorough knowledge of audit and corrective action processes.
• Team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Attendance and performance are critical; overtime including weekends may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and follow Stryten Energy core beliefs and values.
• Wear required PPE and follow safety rules.
• Meet productivity and scheduling targets.
• Construct, stage, and remove packaging materials.
• Operate multiple plastic injection molding presses safely.
• Document production information manually and electronically.
• Perform visual quality inspections of products.
• Assist in training other employees on machinery operation and quality inspection.
• Identify inspection errors and report issues to the appropriate resources.
• Communicate inspection results to management and others as needed.
• Complete jobs with minimal supervision during the shift.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and participate in 5S.
• Attend trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Production database entry

Job description

Overview

This is a 3rd shift opening - 11pm to 7am Sunday night(Monday) thru Thursday night(Friday).

The pay rate is $22.52 per hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Stryten Energy, manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.

Operators perform various production-related duties including operating multiple plastic injection molding presses, off-bearing, and assembly. Production Operators must be self-motivated and able to multitask. This position is expected to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of plant personnel.

Stryten offers a strong benefit package that includes the following:

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision - free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Educational Assistance Program - get reimbursed for expenses related to college tuition, certifications, etc
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

Responsibilities

• Must embrace and follow the Core Beliefs and Values of Stryten Energy.
• Embraces and follows the work and safety rules and wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Ensure adherence to productivity and scheduling targets
• Construct, stage, and remove packaging materials
• Operate multiple plastic injection molding presses efficiently and safely
• Document and maintain production information manually and electronically
• Perform visual quality inspections of all products
• Work with other company personnel to resolve inspection issues and answer any questions regarding quality and compliance of products
• Must be able to assist in training of other employees on operation of machinery, job responsibilities, and quality inspection
• Identify inspection errors and communicate problems with appropriate Company resources (Quality, Maintenance, Operations, etc.)
• Communicate to management and others as appropriate of inspection failures and/or out of tolerances/specifications situations
• Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials and questionable conditions to proper supervision
• Must be able to complete all jobs with minimal supervisor during designated shift
• Maintain a clean and organized work area through general housekeeping and 5S activities
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.
• Other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing/production setting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and entering information into a production database
• Thorough working knowledge of audit and corrective action processes
• Work well in a team environment, have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High School Diploma or G.E.D, preferred. but not required
• Proven satisfactory work history (attendance and performance). This must be maintained. Attendance is critical to this position.
• Must be willing to work overtime including weekends as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Stryten Energy encourages candidates with Military training and/ or experience to apply.

EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Statement

Stryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company’s portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications. Learn more at www.stryten.com.

Job Locations

IN-Columbus

Position Type Regular Fulltime