Molding Machine Operator

EnviroPAK Corporation; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

EnviroPAK Corporation is looking for a skilled individual to join our manufacturing team in Missouri. This role focuses on operating and maintaining molded pulp machinery to meet quality specifications. The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include setting up machinery, conducting maintenance, and monitoring production processes to ensure high standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience running manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Experience working independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up molded pulp machinery and ensure quality specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Monitor the molding process for quality control.
• Track and record production data.
• Communicate non-conformance issues to the Plant Manager.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic mathematical skills

Experience in factory settings

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating a type of molded pulp machinery, specifically a 1-face, 2-face, or 4-face rotary die mold machine in accordance with EnviroPAK quality specifications and customer requirements/expectations. This includes operation of a forming unit in a pulp molding machine, including steps like forming, wet pressing, transferring, and drying.

This role requires ensuring high-quality production and maintaining safety standards within a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Technical proficiency with mechanical knowledge, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. They will play a vital role in the fabrication and assembly processes, supporting overall production efficiency and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

Schedule: Friday - Saturday - Sunday; 6am -6PM

• Set up molded pulp machinery to run at the proper speed to ensure the product adheres to the quality specifications and safety guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance on schedule and in accordance with procedure to ensure machine stability and dependability.
• Perform necessary adjustments per tool change in accordance with the procedure to minimize downtime and maintenance calls.
• Monitor the molding process to maintain high quality of the molded pulp product.
• Understand machine capabilities, achieving optimum molded pulp product quality.
• Track and record data regarding wet weight/dry weight/bone dry weight to ensure part will meet the designated customer quality specifications.
• Evaluates the production process to ensure predictable inputs that will lead to a quality molded pulp packaging part.
• Inform Plant Manager of any non-conformance, equipment failures, raw material issues and or safety issues.
• Must have experience operating complex machinery and a desire to learn our operating process and grow with our new operation.
• Communicate with the Quality Leads to ensure that the customer product is being produced within specifications.
• Maintain a clean machine and work environment.

Skills

• High school education, GED equivalent or advanced technical school training.
• 1-3 years' experience running manufacturing machinery.
• Read and interpret work instructions, safety guidelines, and other work-related material.
• Basic Mathematical skills for measurements and calculations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Physical stamina while working on your feet in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Be able to use simple machinery for moving materials.
• Be able to work in a loud manufacturing environment.
• Experience in factory settings involving machining, assembly line work, packaging, or fabrication is preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced factory environment while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards.
• Familiarity with quality control processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments effectively.