Machine Set-Up Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking machine set-up operators for a clean facility on 2nd shift (4pm-2:30am) with evaluation to hire. Pay is $17/hr and training will pair new hires with qualified operators.

Responsibilities include operating molding machines, interpreting errors, recording procedures, and assisting technicians. You will participate in safety checks, material handling, and routine housekeeping in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical skills to operate and troubleshoot molding equipment.
• Ability to use common hand tools and precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers).
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding machines after training and restart production when needed.
• Interpret machine error messages and resume production.
• Assist the Molding Set-Up Person or Technician and maintain accurate records.
• Follow all safety policies and ensure equipment guards are working.
• Perform reel changes and material handling as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform basic housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Hand tools & measuring tools

Physical ability

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

We are recruiting for multiple machine set-up operators to work in a clean facility in a 2nd shift 4pm-2:30am opportunity, evaluation to hire. The pay is $17/hr.

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide daily support of molding production through the fulfillment of duties listed below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

On-site regular, reliable attendance is required.

The job function will include understanding the basic operation of the molding machines and all support equipment.

After training, the individual will be able to run molding machines and interpret common machine error messages and restart production after resolving the problem.

Provide assistance to the Molding Set-Up Person or Technician when needed. Responsible for keeping all pertinent records and documentation accurate and current.

Observe all department safety policies.

Check equipment guards and safety devices to make sure in working condition. Perform visual and dimensional quality checks to insure production requirements are met.

Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Read and interpret documents, policies, and instructions in English.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform reel changes as needed. Material handling, in the form of raw material or finished product, is required. Grinding of the runners and mixing of the virgin material and regrind may be required. Keeping the Molding Dept. work area organized and clean, performing the necessary housekeeping to do so.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Mechanical skills will be required to the extent of understanding and possessing the ability to use all common hand tools including the use of common measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers). Candidates must be able to lift 55 pounds.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Operators will be paired with a qualified operator for hands‑on training for the operation of the molding machine and all support equipment.

Candidates will be started on first shift for a week minimum.

Inspection procedures and any special inspection equipment training will also be provided.