Thermoform Operator – Hands-On Production & Growth

Maksplastics; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work env.

Job summary

MAKS Plastics, a rotational molding and thermoforming plastics supplier serving RV, Marine, and custom industries, is seeking a Primary Operator – Thermoform. This role operates ovens and molds, loads/unloads sheets and formed parts, and ensures quality across cycles in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include setting cycle times, routing parts, maintaining molds, and keeping accurate production logs while working with team leads and supervisors to maintain production flow.

Qualifications

• Ability to read production prints and specifications.
• Experience with manufacturing machinery and hand tools preferred.
• Strong communication with leads and supervisors.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality awareness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts following safety procedures.
• Apply mold release as needed.
• Maintain and clean molds.
• Identify and report mold repair needs.
• Complete daily production logs accurately.
• Notify supervisors of production or equipment issues.
• Maintain production pace with oven cycles.
• Assist with mold changes and secondary operations as needed.

Skills

Read prints

Machinery operation

Quality awareness

Team communication

Safety conscious

Tools

Hand tools

Mold maintenance

Job description

MAKS Plastics, a rotational molding and thermoforming plastics supplier serving RV, Marine, and custom industries, is seeking a Primary Operator – Thermoform. This role operates ovens and molds, loads/unloads sheets and formed parts, and ensures quality across cycles in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include setting cycle times, routing parts, maintaining molds, and keeping accurate production logs while working with team leads and supervisors to maintain production flow.