Press Operator 1st Shift

E-S Plastic Products LLC; Town of Waterford (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus $150

Weekly attendance bonus

Quarterly attendance bonus

Job summary

E-S Plastic Products LLC is seeking a Machine Operator to run high-capacity equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires significant physical stamina and the ability to handle large parts, with responsibilities spanning operation, monitoring, quality checks, and timely shift transitions.

The position includes an hourly wage with incentives, such as a $150 referral bonus and weekly/quarterly attendance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English, both written and oral.
• Basic math skills are required.
• Must be motivated and a self-starter with good organization.
• Physical stamina for long periods of standing and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high-capacity machinery on the production line.
• Ensure quality requirements are met and alert supervisors to issues.
• Pack finished production according to shop orders and PQWI guidelines.
• Record production, scrap, and hours worked; keep work area clean.
• Load/unload parts, assist with grinding, and maintain safety PPE.

Skills

English communication

Math basics

Stamina

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Status: Hourly PositionAbility to earn more with experience$150 referral bonus for the shiftWeekly attendance bonusQuarterly attendance bonusReports to: Production SupervisorJob Summary:The machine operator is responsible for operating, monitoring and maintaining high-capacity and/or physically demanding machinery within the production line. This role requires significant physical stamina, strength and mobility to handle large parts and components. This position goes beyond the scope of the Machine Attendant position and is suited for individuals capable of performing intensive physical labor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Duties & Responsibilities:Must be aware of all quality requirements with product being manufactured and make the supervisors aware of any questionable areas to ensure customer satisfaction.Must alert Supervisors, Technicians and/or Quality for any reject problems.Pack good production in box counts according the shop order instructions and follow the instructions in the Production Quality Work Instruction (PQWI).Record good production, scrap/rejects, reject codes, and hours worked on the Molding Labor Forms.Report to the work station(s) in time to be “ready to work”, and to relieve the prior shift staff promptly at shift change.Must leave the press/work area clean and organized at the end of their shift.Must be aware of the standard cycle for each job they are running and run that job on cycle.Properly fill out the box labels and be able to make cartons.Ensure press runs smoothly and perform duties such as grinding parts, adjusting material wand, operate secondary equipment and do basic utility responsibilities as needed.Frequent manual handling of tools, material and/or machine parts.Check grinder(s) bins before grinding and notify material handler before they get full.Follow safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.Must be able to work in a loud and hot or cold and dusty environment.Occasional pushing/pulling of heavy carts and/or pallets.Must work all jobs assigned. Will work jobs defined as more physically demanding and at times might need mechanical and/or technical aptitude as well as problem solving skills.Operate and maintain large and/or heavy-duty machinery not assigned to machine attendant.Manually load and/or unload parts or heavy components into machines as required.Monitor equipment for proper functioning and quality and notify supervisor of concerns.Other duties as assignedQualifications:Must be able to communicate in English. Written and oralMust have graduated from high school or have obtained a G.E.D.Basic math skills are requiredMust be motivated and be a self-starterGood organization skillsDetail-orientedPhysical Abilities:Strong stamina that includes bending, lifting, reaching, etc. that may be more demanding than the machine attendant job duties.Able to be on your feet for long periods of timeAbility to lift 40+ lbs