Production Operator

Noble Plastics; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Plastics, Inc. is seeking an injection molding operator to run molding machines and support equipment in a fast-paced environment. You will log production data, perform quality checks, and maintain orderly work cells throughout shifts.

You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand 12 hours, and communicate in English. A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand or walk for a 12-hour shift.
• Read, write and communicate in English.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machines and related equipment.
• Log machine data and downtime codes in system.
• Perform quality measurements and record results.
• Maintain clean, organized work cells and housekeeping.
• Prepare next run, manage material and packaging.
• Assist with pad printing and rework as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Continuous learning

Math skills

ROC40 app

ERP user

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ROC40 App

ERP system

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