Molding Operator — Lean, Precision Plastics Tech

Amphenol Aerospace; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Amphenol Aerospace Operations in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Molding Operator to set up and run molding machines in a brand-new facility. You will perform in-process checks and ensure products meet quality standards while adhering to safety procedures.

The role requires at least 1 year of molding experience, ability to read blueprints, and a focus on maintaining a safe, efficient work environment withLEAN/5S principles. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year molding experience.
• Experience with engineered plastics (preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in set up procedures that create a safe working environment for other team members (preferred).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands – pinching, grasping, turning of wrists.
• Push, pull, or lift up to 55 lbs. (preferred).
• Read and understand job layouts, blueprints, schematics and work from written and verbal job instructions on operations.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with team members.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of the position including visual checks, machine operation, part and mold assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process checks to ensure product meets internal and customer quality standards.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and safety procedures.
• Setup and operates one or more molding machines for all types of forming and/or sealing molded parts.
• Exercising skill and care in inserting and loading materials to ensure proper fusion without damaging molds.
• Handle variations in the molding process due to molding compound conditions.
• Use tools, fixtures, gauges and measuring devices as needed.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Promote Lean and 5S culture across the site.
• May run jobs of an experimental nature where methods are not established.

Skills

Molding experience

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amphenol Aerospace Operations in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Molding Operator to set up and run molding machines in a brand-new facility. You will perform in-process checks and ensure products meet quality standards while adhering to safety procedures.

The role requires at least 1 year of molding experience, ability to read blueprints, and a focus on maintaining a safe, efficient work environment withLEAN/5S principles. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 lbs.