Machine Operator-1

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Janesville, Wisconsin, is seeking a Machine Operator to manage the operation of blow-mold and injection molding machines. The role entails troubleshooting, performing maintenance, and ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Candidates should possess basic mathematical skills, experience with blow molding, and ideally a high school diploma or GED. The working environment is demanding, with a need for physical stamina and compliance with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow-mold, PET, and injection molding machines.
• Troubleshoot process problems and perform minor maintenance.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Adhere to safety standards and company policies.
• Ensure quality control during production.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Basic computer experience

Blow mold experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: 2929 Venture Dr., Janesville, Wisconsin 53546

Work Shift: 8hr-1st Shift (United States of America)

The Machine Operator will operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. The role is responsible for troubleshooting process problems and performing minor maintenance to ensure continued operation of the production line. The Machine Operator is also responsible for following our company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies.
• Demonstrates punctuality and adheres to the work schedule.
• Demonstrates a One Team Cross Functional attitude by working well and effectively with others.
• Embraces and participates in continuous improvement processes to drive change within the plant.
• Adheres to company General Manufacturing Policies.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies.
• Keeps the work area clutter free, clean, and organized.
• Understands preventive maintenance, mold, neck and blow pin and other mechanical changes.
• Operates blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines) to ensure production of quality bottles.
• Adheres to quality control and to blow mold process procedure.
• Troubleshoots and resolves process problems.
• Performs bottle inspections such as drop tests for designated lines.
• Inspects the quality of bottles during production, packaging and labeling.
• Performs audits, weights and quality checks. Machines may vary by site.
• Make adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoots and performs minor repair on blow-mold and support equipment.
• Immediately escalates all bottle abnormalities, defects and quality issues when found.
• Monitors supply levels of packaging materials and replenishes as needed.
• Picks up dropped bottles, places them into bins and, if needed, into grinder.
• Ensures correct labeling, bottle description and packaging of product in accordance with specific customer requirements.
• Moves finished goods to designated area.
• Prepares & documents daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies and other.
• Prepares maintenance request forms and documents equipment repairs.
• Receives instructions on specific job tasks from Lead Operator or Supervisor. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Work duties may differentiate by plant based on equipment and plant design.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Qualifications

Experience

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic computer experience.
• Blow mold experience.

Education

Prefer high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Training

Completion of Altium Production/Machine Operator training within 90 days of hire date.

Physical Demands

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. While performing the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach out, over and below with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.