Injection Molding Technician — Safe, Hands-On Operator

McDonald Plastic Molding; Cuba City (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental & vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary life insurance

401(k) with company matching

PTO

Holidays

Company events

Job summary

McDonald Plastic Molding in Wisconsin is seeking a dependable machine operator to support our growing injection-molding operation. You will perform secondary operations, monitor machines, read material tickets, and participate in safe, efficient production on a daily shift.

We offer benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, generous PTO and holidays. A pre-employment drug screen is required and McDonald Plastic Molding is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Must remain at machine for duration of shift as required except for scheduled break times
• Required to perform secondary operations on molded parts to include trimming with knives and/or clippers, use of hand or power tools to separate molded parts from hand loads
• Capable of shutting down a machine in an emergency
• Clean all auxiliary equipment to include hoppers, grinders and dryers as needed
• Identify and understand material tickets
• Safely answer alarms on the machine
• Shut off water to the mold in case of a large leak
• Collect first shots and last shots
• Correctly complete Production Orders and Machine Cards
• Use limit samples/workmanship standards properly
• Understand and perform rework procedures
• Be available to work overtime as needed.
• If something doesn’t seem quite right question it and report it to your supervisor immediately.
• To adhere to all company policies regarding conduct, safety practices, and job performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Strategic planning for the growth and success of McDonald Plastic Molding.
• Participate in-group and individual training.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner while supporting and encouraging the company’s safety culture.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment.
• Perform all job duties with a positive, collaborative, and encouraging attitude.

Job description

McDonald Plastic Molding in Wisconsin is seeking a dependable machine operator to support our growing injection-molding operation. You will perform secondary operations, monitor machines, read material tickets, and participate in safe, efficient production on a daily shift.

We offer benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, generous PTO and holidays. A pre-employment drug screen is required and McDonald Plastic Molding is an equal opportunity employer.