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

Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,617,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company Paid Basic Life and Short-term

Employee Paid Voluntary Life and...

Critical Illness Plans

PTO, Floating and Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC in Noblesville, IN, seeks a Press (Machine) Operator for the 12:00 AM to 6:15 AM shift. You will tend molding machines, inspect parts, and perform secondary operations to meet quality standards.

This hands-on role requires a high school diploma or GED, up to 6 months of manufacturing experience, and the ability to follow instructions. Safety, reliability, and teamwork are essential in our fast-paced plastic injection molding environment.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or GED required; vocational training is a plus.
• 1–6 months of manufacturing or factory experience preferred.
• Ability to use small hand cutting tools.
• Experience with injection molding machines.
• Strong time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter able to work without close supervision.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Tend to molding machines and monitor performance.
• Follow work instructions to ensure quality.
• Inspect parts for defects and pass only compliant ones.
• Utilize small hand tools for secondary processing.
• Maintain safe, clean production area with PPE.
• Assemble, reassemble, or rework parts as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Attention to quality

Safe work

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding machines

Small hand tools

Job description

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

Reports To: Supervisor

Supervisor: No

FLSA Status: Hourly/Nonexempt

Employment Type: Regular, Full-time

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

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)

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