Plastic Trimming Operator — 3rd Shift, 4‑Day Week

MAKS Plastics; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

MAKS Plastics in Mishawaka, IN is hiring a Plastic Trimming Operator for 1st and 3rd shifts. Join a hands-on production team delivering high-quality plastic parts for RV, Marine, and custom industries.

You will assist Primary Operators, use routers, saws, air tools, inspect for defects, and verify prints and orders. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Starting pay is $17 per hour with a shift differential, plus health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to read prints and production specifications.
• Experience with manufacturing tools preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team leads.
• Basic computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist Primary Operators with trimming and finishing molded products.
• Use routers, saws, air tools, and other equipment for final finishing.
• Assemble components using glue and sonic welders.
• Inspect products for defects and report issues to supervisors.
• Verify prints, specs, and orders for accuracy.

Skills

Print reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic computer skills

Lift 50 lb

Tools

Routers

Saws

Air tools

Inspection tools

Job description

MAKS Plastics in Mishawaka, IN is hiring a Plastic Trimming Operator for 1st and 3rd shifts. Join a hands-on production team delivering high-quality plastic parts for RV, Marine, and custom industries.

You will assist Primary Operators, use routers, saws, air tools, inspect for defects, and verify prints and orders. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Starting pay is $17 per hour with a shift differential, plus health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.