Operator-3rd Cuba City

QPS Employment Group; Cuba City (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking an Operator for a plastics manufacturing facility in Cuba City, Wisconsin. The role involves operating, inspecting, and reworking molding processes to ensure high-quality parts while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and the ability to work in a warm environment. It offers a 3rd shift with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for hands-on skill development.

Qualifications

• Standing in one place for long periods of time
• Lift up to 25 lbs
• Able to work in a warm environment
• Able to alternate between standing and sitting

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing, rework, and inspection operations necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Remain at the workstation unless relieved by an authorized employee or unless assigned job requires the employee to move between workstations.
• Watch molds for proper operation and ensure no stringing or build up; load inserts and trim flash as required.
• Print, assemble, sort, drill, or gauge parts as required.
• Maintain standard cycles; report water or oil leaks.
• Watch and report safety malfunctions and equipment issues.
• Follow instructions and communicate with relieving operator.
• Perform inspector functions and packaging/labeling as instructed.
• Review posted information on part quality, packaging, and safety.

Job description

Position Title: Operator Wage: $19.50 per hour Shift: 3rd

Join a dynamic manufacturing team in the plastics industry, where you will play a vital role in producing high-quality products through various molding and inspection processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop hands‑on skills in a fast‑paced environment committed to safety and quality.

Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform manufacturing, rework, and inspection operations necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Remain at the workstation unless relieved by an authorized employee or unless assigned job requires the employee to move between workstations.
• Watching molds so parts are not closed in and the sprue is not stringing causing build up on mold.
• Loading inserts properly if required & trim flash and snip gates properly.
• Print, Assemble, Sort, Drill, or Gauge parts as required.
• Maintain standard cycles & Watch and report for water or oil leaks.
• Watch and report any safety malfunctions, such as, drop bar failure, drill press guards, etc.
• Listen to instructions and changing sounds of machinery. (Noise of mold, machine, grinder, pump, drop bar).
• Pass on information and instructions to the relieving operator.
• Perform any inspector functions at the job station as instructed and perform any packaging and labeling functions as instructed.
• Familiarize self with all information posted at the job station pertaining to part quality, packaging requirements, method of operations, and safety.
• Use all time allocated before the start of each shift to review and perform the same job functions without disruptions.
• Perform any post-molding operations as required at the job station, including assemble, glue, polish.
• Grind runner, sprues, and other scrap as required in such a manner as not to damage the equipment from overload.
• Call for and notify supervision in a timely manner if trouble develops with the mold or equipment or quality problems arise.
• Adhere to all company policies regarding conduct, safety practices, job performance, and quality standards, etc.
• Keep their immediate workstation clean & assist in the training of inexperienced operators as instructed by supervision.

Operator Requirements:

• Standing in one place for long periods of time and some bending (45-degree angle).
• Lift up to 25lbs throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a warm environment.
• Able to alternate between standing and sitting in certain work areas.

About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.