Molding Press Operator - 1st Shift

EXALTA; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

EXALTA in Kenosha, WI, is seeking a hands-on Injection Molding Operator to setup, operate and tend silicone rubber molding presses to meet precise customer specifications. You will read blueprints and work orders, adjust temperatures and cycle times, inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, perform routine maintenance, and document production data in our ERP system.

The role requires 1–3 years of silicone molding experience, strong attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience reading blueprints.
• Experience with silicone molding preferred.
• ISO/FDA environment knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate and tend silicone injection molding machines to mold parts and meet customer requirements.
• Read specifications, blueprints, and work orders to determine setups, temperatures, and time settings required to mold rubber materials, and plan production sequences.
• Observe continuous operation of automatic machines to ensure proper functionality and that molded components meet specifications.
• Measure and visually inspect molded components using calipers and micrometers to ensure tolerances.
• Perform basic maintenance on molds, rails, pins, and presses; maintain maintenance logs.
• Document production data in ERP system and ensure paperwork is complete.

Skills

Silicone molding

Blueprint reading

Calipers & micrometers

Quality control

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pin gauges

Drop indicators

Job description

Position Summary:

Setup, operate and tend to silicone rubber injection molding presses and mold rubber products to meet customer specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Setup, operate and tend to silicone rubber injection molding machines to mold parts and meet customer requirements.
• Read specifications, blueprints, and work orders to determine setups, temperatures, and time settings required to mold rubber materials, as well as plan production sequences.
• Observe continuous operation of automatic machines to ensure proper functionality and to ensure that molded components meet specifications and make adjustments as necessary.
• Measure and visually inspect molded components for surface and dimension defects and to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Preparation of all molds and components prior to molding.
• Perform basic maintenance work on molds, rails, pins and mold presses, including all tooling.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as needed and maintain maintenance logs.
• Adjust valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature, speed and feed rates, and to set cycle times.
• Remove parts and dies from machines as production runs are finished.
• Smooth and clean inner surfaces of molds.
• Inspection, and verification/validation for molds and mold pins.
• Cleaning/deflashing of molded components.
• Track inventory levels of silicone.
• Meet established setup and production efficiency and effectiveness standards.
• Ensure proper and complete documentation of all required paperwork and production data in ERP system. Maintain all documentation as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• 1-3 years of silicone injection molding experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.
• Proficient in the use of calipers, micrometers, pin gauges and drop indicators.
• Experience is ISO/FDA environment preferred.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes and quality control.
• Excellent manual dexterity, hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to be highly accurate with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions.
• Ability to repeat the same physical and mental activities over and over.
• Ability to maintain a sense of urgency, handle stressful situations, multitask and ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively, professionally and constructively.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that can be distracting or uncomfortable.
• Includes exposure to extreme heat from molding presses.
• Work environment is temperature controlled.

The work environment described here is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• Requires bending and twisting.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Education, Certifications, and/or Licenses Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

EXALTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect every employee as an individual, and we hire and promote based on qualifications, performance, and potential - without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.