Molding Machine Operator

KMC Controls - Manufacturing Inc; New Paris (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kreuter Manufacturing Co. Inc. is seeking a Molding Machine Operator to tend injection and rubber molding machines, verify materials and setup, and inspect parts for quality. You will work with Setup Technicians and quality teams to prevent defects and ensure production targets are met.

The role requires basic math, attention to detail, and safe work habits; experience with MES recording and 5S is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site position in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 months of molding, machine-operation, or related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to read and follow job travelers, routings, work instructions.
• Basic math and computer skills and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules, job travelers, routings, work instructions, drawings, part aids, inspection requirements, and approved revisions before beginning work.
• Verify setup and material accuracy; report discrepancies before production continues.
• Start, stop, operate, and tend assigned injection and rubber molding machines, auxiliary equipment, fixtures, and controls within approved settings.
• Monitor machine cycles, alarms, and material flow for jams, malfunctions, or unsafe conditions.
• Stop production and report conditions affecting safety, quality, tooling, or continuity; identify suspect product.
• Remove molded parts; trim, sort, clean, assemble, and inspect using approved samples and measurement equipment.

Skills

Molding machine operation

Inspection

Basic preventive maintenance

5S

Reading job travelers

Use of hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Calipers

Gauges

Fixtures

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Manufacturing

Description

The Molding Machine Operator tends assigned molding machines, verifies job requirements, monitors equipment and process conditions, removes and finishes molded parts, performs required inspections, and records production activity. The operator works closely with Setup Technicians, Material Handlers, Quality, Maintenance, and production leadership to prevent defects, equipment damage, and safety incidents while meeting quality, quantity, and delivery expectations.

What You Will Do

Review production schedules, job travelers, routings, work instructions, drawings, part aids, inspection requirements, and approved revisions before beginning work.

Verify that the correct mold, inserts, raw material, color, packaging, machine, tooling, and approved setup are in place; report discrepancies before production continues.

Start, stop, operate, and tend assigned injection and rubber molding machines, auxiliary equipment, fixtures, and controls within approved settings and training authorization.

Monitor machine cycles, displays, alarms, gauges, material flow, part ejection, and equipment condition for jams, malfunctions, leaks, inconsistent cycles, or unsafe conditions.

Stop production and report conditions that may affect safety, quality, tooling, equipment, or production continuity; protect and identify suspect product.

Remove molded parts; perform trimming, sorting, cleaning, simple assembly, marking, counting, and packing; and inspect parts using approved samples and measurement equipment.

Maintain identification, traceability, labels, counts, and material status, and accurately record labor, production, scrap, downtime, and inspection information in Epicor MES.

Perform approved operator cleaning, inspection, lubrication, basic preventive maintenance, and 5S activities, and clearly communicate production and shift-transition information.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One to three months of molding, machine-operation, manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or related experience or training preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to read and follow job travelers, routings, work instructions, labels, safety rules, inspection requirements, and simple drawings or specifications.
• Ability to recognize machine alarms, jams, abnormal cycles, unsafe conditions, and visible molding defects that require stopping or escalation.
• Ability to safely use assigned hand tools, trimming tools, gauges, fixtures, calipers, scales, and production or inspection equipment after training.
• Basic math and computer skills, dependable attendance, attention to detail, sound judgment, safe work habits, and effective communication.

Physical and Work Environment

The position requires extended standing, repetitive hand and arm motions, and frequent walking, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Employees frequently lift or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds, using lift assistance when appropriate. Work occurs near moving machinery, heated equipment, molds, noise, fumes, dust, oils, resins, compounds, and cleaning materials. Required PPE and safety procedures must be followed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Molding Machine Operator

Number of Openings 2

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Kreuter Manufacturing Co. Inc

About the Organization

• Building automation solutions that are easy to purchase, install, and use
• Providing open, secure, and scalable systems
• Facilitating reductions of energy consumption and operating costs
• Increasing occupant comfort and productivity

Our Mission Innovative and intuitive solutions; responsive and supportive people.

Our Vision KMC Controls will provide innovative, easy-to-use building management and automation solutions. We will be known for our market focus, creativity, and dedicated, passionate employees.

Made in the USA KMC Controls building automation devices are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. under the ISO-9001: 2008 registered quality system. KMC partners enjoy a comprehensive 5-year product warranty and unparalleled post-sales support.