Machine Operator I - Sat/Sun 6:00am to 6:30pm

Seaway Plastics; Hoffmans Corner, Willow Lake (MN, SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaway Plastics is seeking a production role focused on producing quality plastic parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position emphasizes adherence to work instructions, cleanliness, safety, and efficient production cycles.

Applicants should demonstrate dexterity, strong work ethic, and good communication skills. Training will cover IQMS/ISO standards and proper documentation to ensure consistent quality across shifts.

Qualifications

• Possesses good dexterity and a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates effective communication and teamwork.
• Shows willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Upholds professional attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions to ensure quality parts.
• Maintain good manufacturing standards to produce acceptable parts.
• Maintain cycle times and report inefficiencies to supervisor.
• Recognize and record rejects and report excessive rejects per standards.
• Follow IQMS and ISO standards.
• Follow and support safety standards and report issues.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness and organization.
• Communicate effectively from operator to relief operator.
• Perform processes for production molds of varying complexity.
• Use approved samples and quality documents as guidelines.

Skills

Dexterity

Communication

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IQMS

ISO standards

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: (The broad spectrum of items that the role is ultimately held accountable for at the end of the day. Results.)

• Data / Paperwork
• Work Instruction compliance
• Work Station cleanliness

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (The finer details of what the role is assigned for the day-to-day activities on the job. Tasks to support results.)

• Follow work instructions to ensure quality parts
• Maintain good company manufacturing standards to produce acceptable parts.
• Maintain cycle times and report any inefficiencies to process technician and / or supervisor.
• Recognize and record rejects
• Report excessive rejects per Seaway's work instruction standards.
• Follow IQMS and ISO standards.
• Follow and support safety standards.
• Recognize and report safety issues to supervisor.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness and organization.
• Follow Seaway's colored light communication system when needing help.
• Communicate effectively from operator to relief operator.
• Performs the process and task for each job specific production mold consisting of varying levels of complexity
• Use the provided approved Sample and quality documents as a guideline during production.
• Responsible for meeting standards for efficiencies and scrap, and safety.

LMA RESPONSIBILITIES: (Leadership, Management, Accountability)

• No

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS: (Seaway Core Values, Education, Training, Certifications, Years of experience, Other skills and abilities, Physical Requirements for the Role, etc.)

• Demonstrates Seaway Plastics Core Values
  • We are customer focused
  • We execute
  • We win together
  • We are respectful
• Possesses good dexterity.
• Demonstrates and encourages good manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrates and practices good communication skills.
• A desire for learning and seeks further training and growth.
• Maintain a professional attitude and has a strong work ethic