Machine Operators - Day Shift

Vision Plastics Inc.; Wilsonville, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EEO Employer

Day shift 7am–3:30pm OT on weekends

Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD/Flex 50

Life/Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay

Music on the job

Community garden with free produce

Free coffee

Job summary

Vision Plastics, Inc. is seeking Machine Operators for the day shift in Wilsonville, Oregon. Join a clean facility with on‑the‑job training and a strong emphasis on punctuality, attendance, and teamwork.

You will operate injection molding equipment, follow POIs, monitor cycles, verify part quality, and handle finishing steps as required. This role requires reading, basic math, and the ability to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Must read, understand and verbally communicate work instructions.
• Must perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Must have basic reading, writing and communication skills.
• Must be able to manually cycle machine by opening and closing gate.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machines to produce quality parts.
• Follow POI and verbal instructions and cycle times.
• Monitor machines, report malfunctions, and prevent damage to parts.
• Verify parts meet quality standards and document rejects in RT system.
• Perform finishing steps like trimming, sanding, or packaging per POI.
• Maintain accurate part counts and clean work area.
• Complete work orders and verify lot numbers on labels.
• Communicate with teammates about shift needs and issues.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are prepared for upcoming shifts.
• Suggest improvements to operator procedures.

Skills

Reading & math

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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? If so, apply today!

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*