Machine Operators - Day Shift

Vision Plastics; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

STD/LTD

FSA/Flex Spending

Life Insurance

Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay

Community environment perks

Job summary

Vision Plastics, Inc., a Northwest leader in custom injection molding, is seeking a Day-Shift Machine Operator to work in a clean environment with paid on-the-job training. The role demands reliability, teamwork, and the ability to perform tasks independently.

Responsibilities include operating injection molding machines, following POIs, ensuring product quality, and documenting rejects. Work hours are Monday–Friday 7:00 am–3:30 pm with overtime possible on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must read, understand and verbally communicate work instructions.
• Must be able to perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Must possess basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Must be able to manually cycle the machine by opening and closing the gate.
• Must be able to lift, reach, and pull up to 25 lbs repeatedly.
• Must be able to stand for long periods (8+ hours).
• Must work in non-climate-controlled environments, with temps up to 100°F occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machine to produce quality molded parts.
• Read and follow Production Operating Instructions (POI) and verbal instructions.
• Run machine at required cycle time.
• Monitor machine, report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Verify parts meet quality standards and document rejects in RT system.
• Perform finishing tasks like trimming, sanding, boxing, and packaging as needed.
• Maintain accurate part counts and verify lot numbers on work orders.
• Accurately fill out labels and communicate issues to teammates.
• Maintain stock of tools and materials for oncoming shifts.
• Suggest improvements to operator procedures through internal programs.

Skills

Reading & Verbal Communication

Basic Math

Written Communication

Manual Machine Cycling

Physical Lifting & Endurance

Attention to Detail

Job description

Vision Plastics, Inc, the Northwest leader in custom injection molding, is hiring Machine Operators for day shift! Do you want to work in a clean environment and receive paid on-the-job training? Are you punctual, have good attendance, and can work independently, as well as with a team?

POSITION

Operate injection molding machine to produce quality molded parts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Read and follow Production Operating Instructions (POI), as well as follow any verbal instructions.
2. Run machine at required cycle time.
3. Monitor machine, watch for malfunctions, and report any such malfunctions to supervisor or designee. Make sure machine does not close on molded product and/or inserts.
4. Verify parts meet our standards for quality. Review samples at workstation. Identify any rejects and reasons for rejection as needed. Code rejects in RT system as produced and notify supervisor or lead in a timely manner.
5. Process parts per POI and to customer quality standards. This may include but is not limited to trimming, sanding, cutting, assembling, twisting, boxing, and packaging.
6. Keep an accurate count of all parts, either manually or using scales.
7. Fill out work orders and labels accurately and legibly. Verify lot numbers with work order and container.
8. Communicate effectively with other employees. Notify oncoming operator of any problems and answer any questions.
9. Monitor all necessary equipment for jobs is stocked and notify supervisor or lead of any needs throughout the shift and in preparation for oncoming shift. This could include but is not limited to walkie talkies, tools, samples, packaging, etc.
10. Make suggestions to improve the operator procedures and other improvements to your supervisor and/or utilizing internal suggestion program (suggestions box, Make It Better Program, etc.).

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Keep area clean, neat, and organized throughout the shift and in preparation for the oncoming shift.
2. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Must be able to read, understand and verbally communicate work instructions.
2. Must be able to perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
3. Must possess basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
4. Must be able to manually cycle machine by opening and closing gate.
5. Must be able lift, reach, and pull up to 25 lbs. frequently.
6. Must be able to stand for long (at least 8) hours.
7. Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled environments, including temperatures reaching up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit occasionally

EEO Employer

Day Shift is Monday through Friday, 7am to 3:30pm. OT on Saturday or Sunday

Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD/Flex Spending/Life/Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay

Extras: listen to music on the job, community garden with free produce, free coffee and more