Production Operator

Noble Plastics, Inc.; Grand Coteau (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Plastics, Inc. seeks a shift-based Injection Molding Operator to run multiple molding machines, perform quality checks, and maintain a clean, efficient work cell. You will follow safety policies, log data in ROC40 and IQMS, and support secondary tasks such as pad printing and packaging in a 12-hour production shift.

Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, basic math, and proficiency with ERP systems. ITAR restrictions apply; U.S. persons only.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must sign a confidentiality agreement.
• ITAR-regulated government contract restriction: U.S. persons only.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machines and monitor productivity and quality.
• Perform quality measurements and checks on finished products.
• Log into ROC 40 for machine assignment and track scrap rate.
• Document production and downtime codes in IQMS.
• Perform material moisture analysis and keep dryers clean.
• Assemble and package finished goods per work standards.
• Carry out secondary operations (e.g., pad printing) and inspect rework.
• Maintain Production Folders and Quality Standards; understand press basics.
• Set up machines for production runs and ensure accurate run counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

In-house training

Active listening

Math and reasoning

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ROC40 App

ERP

Job description

I. Job Description:Shift work to operate injection molding machines (IMM) and other mechanical units producing products for a variety of industries. Responsibilities include operating injection molding machines, conducting quality checks, ensuring good housekeeping and other secondary work as required. The desirable candidate must be able to work with others in a fast-paced environment, have a strong work ethic and high attention to detail.II. Required Skills:Attention to detailCommunication and basic reportingAbility to take inhouse continuing educationActive listening and learning including continual advancement in Routsis Molding TrainingBasic math and reasoningComputer skills to include ROC40 App and ERP useIII. Essential Functions:Follow safety policies and proceduresLog into ROC 40 for machine assignment and maintain awareness of hourly scrap rateUnderstand and perform quality measurements and checksMaintain operations of multiple machines and document production and downtime codes via IQMSTroubleshoots specific machinery operating deficiencies to maximize utilizationPerforms material moisture analysisCleans dryers, organizes injection molding-cells and stages next run with material and packagingAssembles and packages finished goods according to work standards found in Green BinderPerforms secondary operations which includes pad printing, inspecting rework and other miscellaneous tasksUnderstand use of Production Folders, Quality Standards & Press BasicsDemonstrate ability to accurately maintain Production Work Order count sheetIV. Performance Criteria:Plastic molding injection knowledge through completion of Routsis coursesCompletion of monthly safety modules each monthShows proficiency in cell setup, recording product counts, rejects, and scrapsShows proficiency in IMM troubleshooting and progress in injection molding aptitudeV. Qualifications:Per requirements in our ITAR-regulated government contract, this position is restricted to U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees) due to the need to access controlled technology. Noble will not apply or manage the required export license.Pre-employment drug screen and background check.Must sign a confidentiality agreement.Moderate computer software skills (MS Excel/Word/Outlook)High school diploma or GEDAble to lift to 50 lbs.Must be able to stand/walk for a 12-hour manufacturing shiftMust be able to follow written and verbal instructionsMust be able to read, write legibly, understand, and communicate in English.Reliable transportationYou should be proficient in:Equipment TroubleshootingHeavy Material HandlingPackaging ExperienceMachine Setups for Production Runs