Ovens - Machine Operator I

Elkhart Plastics; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Plastics in Littleton, CO is looking for a Machine Operator to operate molding equipment and ensure the production of various products meets efficiency and quality standards. The position requires good organizational skills and a minimum of 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing experience.

Successful candidates must be able to work in a humid environment and lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Training on all necessary equipment will be provided, and a commitment to meet production targets is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must have the ability to operate and maintain molding machinery.
• Proficient reading and writing skills in English required.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding equipment to produce quality molded products.
• Ensure tools and information are ready before starting jobs.
• Maintain equipment for molding machines.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Ability to read and write English proficiently

Ability to use hand and power tools

Ability to operate and maintain industrial equipment

Education

6 months - 1 year of experience in manufacturing

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

Elkhart Plastics, a Myers Industries company (NYSE: MYE), is one of the largest custom rotational molding companies in the United States. With more than 500 employees and 33 years in business, we have the experience and knowledge to make any unique part using the rotomolding process. Elkhart Plastics headquarters are in South Bend, IN, and we have additional facilities in Middlebury, IN; Littleton, CO; Ridgefield, WA; and Atlantic, IA. We create custom plastics in virtually every application imaginable and an almost endless variety of shapes and thicknesses. From storage tanks to boat seating and agricultural applications to intermediate bulk containers and plastic pallets, Elkhart Plastics is trusted by companies throughout the country to provide a rotationally molded solution, custom designed to meet their needs.

Job Overview

The responsibility of the Machine Operator is to operate molding equipment to produce various molded products to efficiency and quality standards.

Shift: Friday-Sunday 6am-6pm

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that all necessary information and tools required for each job are in place before work begins.
• Pull and review setup sheets prior to starting a job.
• Maintains equipment required for molding machines.
• Stage product properly after molding and move to required staging locations.
• Complete all assigned projects by the due date.
• Must meet or exceed all training requirements including those related to ISO standards and attend scheduled shift meetings or other meetings required.
• Meets or exceeds production targets.
• Produces molded products using various methods designated for the job. These methods include, but not limited to:
  • Use of oven controls.
  • Use of overhead crane.
  • Use of hand and power tools.
  • Use of pallet jack.
  • Use of open flame.
• Inspects product for conformance to quality standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good organizational skills
• Ability to read and write proficiently in English
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to operate and maintain industrial equipment

Education and Experience

• 6months-1year of experience in manufacturing preferred

Working Conditions

Able to work in a hot humid environment for extended periods of time

This job is in a typical manufacturing environment, to include, but not limited to:

• Ovens, torches, and rotating tools
• Forklifts and other moving machinery
• Loud work environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain stationary with intermediate walking throughout the shift
• Must be able to frequently lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds alone and parts more than 50 pounds with assistance, and must be able to transport these up to 20 feet
• Must be able to frequently position self to maneuver around the parts, materials and molds
• Must be able to operate hand tools
• Must be able to write legibly
• Position will remain open till filled

Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.