Job Description
General Summary
This position works under minimal supervision and is responsible for operating one or more of the Injection Molding Production Lines as assigned during the shift.
Duties and Responsibilities (essential duties are italicized)
- Production line operation
- a. Pulls work orders at the beginning of the shift and throughout the shift as needed.
- b. Verifies work order labels and data, ensuring accuracy prior to starting production.
- c. Inspects product type, label, and molding uniformity.
- d. Loads appropriate label file.
- e. Runs production equipment at standard rates set by the company.
- f. Begins production run, per work order.
- g. Comfortable using a weight scale for accuracy.
- h. Prints and labels boxes.
- i. Pulls flattened case boxes and assembles enough of them for that shift.
- j. Prints and labels cases.
- k. Performs final assembly and/or packaging of molded parts.
- l. Records production run data on work order and in ERP System (EPICOR).
- m. Stops machine at the end of the run.
- n. Cleans and maintains production machines and work areas.
Performs basic troubleshooting on machines, resolving basic problems as trained.Escalates machine problems to the Maintenance Team and/or Lead as required.Performs in a manner consistent with company Core Values and Purpose.Attends all scheduled meetings, missing no more than 10% annually.Clocks in and out for work and lunch with no more than 1 error per month.Provides excellent customer service.Follows all OSHA and other safety guidelines.Actively demonstrates teamwork at all times.Manages stress effectively, including meeting deadlines.Adheres to company safety standards, aiming for no serious injuries requiring medical attention during the past 12 months.Follows other policies and procedures, striving for no verbal or written warnings during the evaluation period.Comfortable working around automated machinery.The above duties are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned to respond to customer needs and maintain competitiveness.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Basic computer skills, including use of a mouse.
- Ability to learn label printing software.
- Basic English reading and writing skills to interpret work orders and record information.
- Mechanical aptitude for setup, startup, tuning, and minor repairs of filling and packaging equipment.
- Ability to read and understand work instructions and maintenance manuals.
- Basic math skills for addition and subtraction.
- Logical troubleshooting skills for production machines.
- Ability to visually inspect coding, labeling, and finished goods for defects and proper packaging.
- Understanding of operational procedures to ensure safe manufacturing practices.
- Ability to manage stress effectively.
- Physical ability to perform tasks such as sitting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and walking on concrete for extended periods.
- Position requires approximately 5% sitting and 95% standing or walking.
- Normal or corrected vision within standard range.
- Must work from the Arlington, TX facility, be punctual, and be available for evening/weekend shifts as needed.
- Exposure to production equipment and moderate noise levels.
Work Environment
The work environment includes exposure to computers, toxic chemicals, and production machinery, with moderate to high noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
Position starts at $18.00-$18.50 per hour, with a shift differential of $1.00 more during C shift (10:00 pm - 6:30 am, M-F).