Press (Machine) Operator

Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay and Flexible Work S"

Insurance

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company Paid Basic Life and Short-term

Employee Paid Voluntary Life and CI

PTO, Floating and Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC is seeking a Press (Machine) Operator for the 12:00 AM–6:15 AM shift in Noblesville, IN. The role involves tending molding machines, inspecting parts, and ensuring quality, with on‑the‑job training offered for the right candidate.

Ideal applicants have a HS diploma or GED and some manufacturing exposure; strong time management and communication skills help in a fast‑paced environment. Safety and teamwork are emphasized in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Requires a HS diploma or GED plus related training.
• 1–6 months manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to use small hand cutting tools and operate molding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Tend to molding machines and monitor machine performance.
• Inspect parts and pass only those meeting quality standards.
• Follow verbal or written instructions and document anomalies.
• Perform secondary processing and use small tools as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean production area and use PPE.

Skills

Molding machine operation

Small tool handling

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Injection molding machines

Small hand tools

Job description

Press (Machine) Operator 12AM-6:15AM

FLSA Status: Hourly/Nonexempt

Employment Type: Regular, Full-time

We are looking for a 4th shift press operator to join our team. If you have experience that is great, but if you don't, we will train the right person! We are growing our team and our business.

About Metro Plastics Technologies

Metro Plastics Technologies is an industry leader in custom plastic injection molding. With over 50 years in business, Metro Plastics has extensive plastic production capabilities, engineering expertise, and a dedicated on-site tool room and metrology lab supporting operations in a newly built state-of-the-art facility in Noblesville, IN.

PURPOSE: The Press (Machine) Operator performs a variety of specialized functions from tending a molding machine to finishing and assembly operations. The Press Operator follows work instructions to ensure efficient operation of injection molding machinery and precision operations; monitors and checks that parts manufactured in plastic molding machines meet customer quality requirements and communicates any variances to their supervisor.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Will rotate and tend to various molding machine(s) as assigned to monitor the performance of the machine and to handle and inspect parts produced from the machine
• Understand and follow specific verbal or written instructions and quality standards to ensure successful production of plastic parts. Document and communicate any anomalies
• Inspect parts made at the press for any defects and only pass those parts that meet the quality standards
• May be required to utilize small handle tools and other specialized equipment to perform secondary processing of parts made from the machines
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working environment of production area. Uses safety guards (Personal Protective Equipment) to remain safe while working
• Assemble, reassembles or reworks parts as required
• Other duties as assigned. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• H.S. Diploma or GED; technical or vocational school training in related field of study a plus
• 1-6 months of work experience, previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to use small hand cutting tools
• Previous experience working with injection molding machines
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities with strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter and able to effectively work without close supervision
• Flexibility and ability to handle and manage change effectively and efficiently

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment
• Employee will stand or walk most of their work hours
• Employee will routinely use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Flexible Work Schedules
• Insurance
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Paid Basic Life and Short-term Disability
• Employee Paid Voluntary Life and Critical Illness Plans
• PTO, Floating and Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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