MACHINE OPERATOR ROTO MOLDING 2ND SHIFT

Lindar; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindar is seeking a Rotational Molding Operator to safely run machines and related equipment for consistent production of high-quality parts. You will manage material weights, charge molds, and ensure proper sealing and venting for each cycle.

The role demands experience with electrical and pneumatic tools, forklift operation, and the ability to handle heavy molds. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm, with a pay range based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent with emphasis on shop courses.
• Experience using electrical and pneumatic tools.
• Comfortable maneuvering a 75-pound mold or heavier with lifting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines and related equipment to maintain consistent rotomolding production.
• Produce rotationally molded parts meeting dimensional, functional, aesthetic and volume requirements.
• Ensure correct weighing and charging of mold materials for each cycle; maintain contaminant-free materials.

Skills

Electrical tools

Pneumatic tools

Forklift operation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Hoists

Lifting equipment

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $22 USD to $26 USD
  This is an estimated range. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Responsible for safe and efficient operation of machines and other related equipment to drive consistent production of high-quality rotationally molded products.

Shift: Monday- Friday 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Wage: $22.00 - $26.00 based on experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develop thorough understanding of machine operation and all related technology and equipment to facilitate efficient rotomolding operation.
• Drive consistent production of rotationally molded parts which meet dimensional, functional, aesthetic and volume requirements.
• Ensure that accurate weights of contaminant-free molding materials are measured, prepared and charged for each mold and production cycle.
• Exercising safe and efficient technique and utilizing the proper tools, open and close molds before and after production cycles to ensure consistent and timely production of plastic parts.
• Using appropriate tools and technique, maintain clean flanges to prevent build-up of plastic and ensure proper sealing of molds along parting lines. Remove excess plastic and prepare molds for charging.
• Load powder into molds and ensure complete parting line seal by closing clamps or bolt/receivers. Ensure mold vents are open and clear.
• Cycle mold into the oven for production and curing of the part.
• After part is fully cooled and cured, remove plastic part from mold, ensuring part is free of physical damage and contamination.
• Perform necessary secondary operations, including part trimming, foaming, graphics application, product assembly & packaging, etc.
• Maintain clean and safe workstation at all times; ensure all materials, molds and tools are kept contaminant-free and in efficient working condition via periodic equipment maintenance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement, including reduction of cycle times, minimization of material consumption and elimination of scrap.
• Other responsibilities as the business demands.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education or equivalent with emphasis on shop courses including mechanical and/or metal fabrication.
• Experience in the use of a variety of electrical and pneumatic tools.
• Comfortable maneuvering mold of 75 pounds or more utilizing various types of lifting equipment, forklift, hoists etc.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements in the Physical Activities Checklist with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Understand the work environment conditions as outlined in number 4 below.
• Previous rotational molding experience preferred.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

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