Operator - 2nd Shift (Mon-Fri 4p-12a)

Westlake; Elkland (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer in Elkland, Pennsylvania is looking for an entry-level position focusing on quality assurance in packaging. Candidates will be responsible for inspecting and packing products, adhering to safety policies, and maintaining production cycles. The role requires a high school diploma and offers full-time employment with essential safety requirements. Ideal for individuals eager to start their career in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field.
• Training or certification in relevant skill or trade preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure only quality-approved products are packaged.
• Inspect and pack product for Work In Process or finished product.
• Complete production documentation.

Skills

Basic math functions

Visual color distinction

Teamwork Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure only quality-approved product is packaged for the customer. This includes extrusion or injection molding, weathering, trimming, inspection, and packing. The goal is to keep extrusion lines and molding machines running continuously and efficiently while producing a product that meets or exceeds our customers’ expectations.

Essential Functions

• Comply with Safety Policies and Procedures
• Read Production Schedule boards and perform work as assigned by shift supervisor
• Inspect, feed, and/or pack product for Work In Process (WIP) or finished product
• Maintain standard production cycles on nonrobotic molding machines
• Detect quality defects in molded parts, trim the molded part, and assemble the molded part
• Ensure that product has appropriate Lot Information printed on each product
• Build/assemble boxes
• Attach appropriate labels to boxes
• Notify supervisor of any safety, quality, mechanical, or material issues
• Complete production documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor
• Notify Management/Supervisor of any quality or equipment issues
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Work eight to twelve-hour shift
• Perform tasks as defined in Standard Work Instructions
• Must perform basic math functions
• Distinguish colors visually
• Basic literacy skills required to clearly and legibly complete required paperwork
• Teamwork Orientation

Education And/Or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade preferred
• 1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be able to work standing for up to 8-12 hours per shift
• Must be able to kneel, squat, bend/twist at the waist, and stack parts at or above head height
• Must have full range of motion (ROM) of shoulders, knees, hips, elbows, wrists, and hands to inspect, pack, and stack finished parts
• Must be able to complete repetitive tasks to keep up with IMM cycle times as fast as every 30 seconds
• Must be able to wear compliant ear protection in areas with noise levels above OSHA thresholds
• Must be able to work in hot environments (including summer months) that can exceed 100F
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (Safety toe shoes, ANSI Z87 eye protection, CR gloves)
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing