Injection Molding Operator

SPEED Group; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SPEED Group is seeking an Injection Operator to oversee and operate injection molding machines in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in Wooster, Ohio. The role requires adherence to safety rules, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining strong communication with the team.

Responsibilities include monitoring machines, addressing press-related issues, optimizing material usage, and ensuring proper housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in operations or a related field, with a strong understanding of machinery operation and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor injection molding machines.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Follow Productivity, Safety, Cost and Continuous Improvement Programs.
• Monitor and control process parameters to ensure quality production.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work environment.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety compliance

Quality awareness

Education

Operations experience

Tools

Injection molding machines

Job description

Spanish compatible team. Inclusive environment. Bilingual management team.

Role Objective:

The Injection Operator is responsible involving continuous coordination of production-related activities and the ability to perform routine maintenance activities. Uses effective communication to meet production objectives with the highest standard of quality, efficiency safety and housekeeping.

Safety & Quality Control:

• Promote a safe work environment and enforce safety rules to be followed.
• Maintain a well-organized and safe production environment throughout the day.
• Ensure all production processes adhere to established quality standards.
• Conduct quality checks on finished goods and materials/supplies

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor injection molding machines
• Snap donuts and pack as needed
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Follow company Productivity, Safety, Cost and Continuous Improvement Programs.

Essential Functions:

• Follow process parameters as needed for quality production.
• Daily; monitor production to ensure proper quality, and cost control objectives are being met.
• Daily; address press related issues, report to Injection Team Leader for resolution.
• Daily; maximize the amount of regrind being used in the process.
• Daily; ensure proper housekeeping within the department
• The role may require flexibility in working hours, including weekend work and overtime as necessary.
• Compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including wearing steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and other designated gear as needed.
• Work in a factory environment with potential exposure to warm conditions during the summer months.

Education/Experience:

- Demonstrated experience in operations or a related field, with a strong understanding of machinery operation and safety protocols.