Lincoln, NE Plant 2 - Machine Operator - Rotational Molding & Assembly - Foamer

Tier1usa; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rotational molding is seeking a skilled Production Associate to join their dynamic team in Lincoln. This role involves loading and unloading parts from the molding oven, ensuring quality standards, and performing assembly tasks. Ideal candidates will have a strong manufacturing background, be physically capable of lifting heavy materials, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values growth and service, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• High school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts from the rotational molding oven.
• Ensure quality standards are met before parts are sent to shipping.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Attention to quality standards

Communication skills

Education

High school education

Tools

Overhead crane

Job description

Lincoln, NE Plant 2 - Machine Operator - Rotational Molding & Assembly - Foamer

Address: 6401 N 63rd St, Lincoln, NE 68507, USA

Compensation: $22.00/hour

Company Overview

Tank Holding Corporation has become the market leader and manufacturer of rotationally molded poly and welded steel bulk storage and material handling products in North America. Tank is growing rapidly and is always working to expand its capabilities and diversify product offerings consistent with the company values of growth and service to its customers.

Job Summary

We're looking for a skilled Production Associate to join the Tank team!

Molder: Your main job is loading polyethylene resin and unloading completed parts from the rotational molding oven. You will be responsible for checking the schedule and the oven programs for accuracy and ensuring the quality of the parts that you produce before transferring them to the Secondary department for trimming.

Assembly: Your main job is routing, trimming, and assembling parts from the rotational molding oven. You will also be responsible for using the correct components and ensuring the quality of the parts that you produce before transferring them to the Shipping department for delivery to the customer.

This job is for you if...

• Able to lift up to and including 50 pounds
• Stand on your feet at least 8 hours a day
• Withstand a hot manufacturing environment

Key Responsibilities/Molder

• Assist with mold changes which includes learning and using an overhead crane and rigging.
• Lifting up to and including 50 pounds of polyethylene (plastic) resin in powder form to fill the molds prior to bolting it up and sending it through the heating and cooling process.
• Ensure that vent tubes are cleaned on every round and bad bolts are changed out along with the mold receivers if needed.
• Track production according to the production schedule. Check random parts coming off each oven to ensure that scrap is caught quickly and not sent to Secondary.
• Understand the products and what parts of them need to be routed, trimmed, torched, and assembled to ensure the quality standards are being met.
• Understand the paperwork that is required for each product in the work area.
• Communicate to the Supervisor if any problematic parts come to your area from the oven.
• Check random parts coming off the arm to ensure that scrap is caught quickly and not sent to Shipping.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Education - high school education preferred
• Manufacturing experience - 1 year required - 3 years preferred

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.

Travel

None required for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement

Tank Holding provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, sexual or affectional orientation, marital or veteran status, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status with regard to public assistance or any characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

· 401(k) matching
· Employee assistance program
· Flexible spending account
· Health savings account
· Paid time off
· Tuition reimbursement