Plaque Operator

8974 DuPont Specialty Products USA, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

8974 DuPont Specialty Products USA, LLC is looking for a dedicated individual to operate press lines and related production equipment in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include inspecting plaques, maintaining quality, and partnering with various teams to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong math and mechanical skills, along with a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience. A focus on safety and quality is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures.
• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Operate press lines, ovens, and related production equipment.
• Inspect plaques and record dimensions for quality.
• Partner with teams to meet daily production needs.

Skills

Strong math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter, including providing clean water, producing materials essential in everyday technology devices, and protecting workers worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Operate press lines, ovens, and related production equipment.
• Inspect plaques and accurately record dimensions to meet quality plans and customer specifications.
• Help identify and troubleshoot quality issues to support root‑cause problem solving.
• Remove scrap from presses and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Report plaque counts and labor information accurately and on time.
• Support housekeeping, 5S, and other continuous improvement practices.
• Partner with engineering, supply chain, and production teams to help meet daily production needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong math skills, including decimals, measurements to thousandths of an inch, addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Good time management and the ability to stay organized in a production environment.

What Helps You Succeed

• A safety‑first mindset.
• Strong attention to quality and detail.
• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Team‑oriented approach.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Reliability and accountability.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures.
• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to doing quality work.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and production specifications.
• Previous hands‑on experience in a skilled manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating or maintaining powdered metal and resin presses.
• Knowledge of SAP and MES workflows.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift resin bags and drums weighing up to 25 kg/55 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during production work.
• Ability to complete data entry and other office‑related tasks, which may require sitting for periods of time.

Other duties may be assigned by the Pencader Shapes Area Manager and/or Line Supervisor based on business and production needs. Willingness to work overtime when needed.

This position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non‑U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization due to required Export Compliance.

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