Utility, Molding MSG - Shift 2

Summit Polymers, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Summit Polymers, Inc. in Michigan seeks a Utility, Molding MSG to support production lines. You will set up and operate hoppers, grinders, and related equipment, ensuring smooth material flow and efficient changeovers.

This role requires lifting up to 55 pounds, standing all shift, and passing color vision tests, with the opportunity to work under supervision while contributing to 5S and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from limited choices.
• Ability to pass color hue and color blindness test.
• Wonderlic Select Assessment: minimum 50 (traditional cognitive score 16).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hoppers, grinders, metal separator, and related equipment.
• Refill hoppers/dryers to prevent downtime.
• Assist in operating presses and perform mold changes as needed.
• Gauging, training, and assisting other utilities including relief for breaks.
• Maintain 5S and housekeeping in grinder/loader area.
• Troubleshoot material loader systems when needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Color vision

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

P08 - Vicksburg, 115 S Leja Drive, Vicksburg, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.

JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU'LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued.

A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Utility, Molding MSG FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manufacturing (Molding)

SUMMARY

This is responsible work, generally of a routine nature. Supplies parts and/or material as needed as well as other duties as assigned. Will dispose of scrap material for purpose or regrind. Direct supervision is provided by the shift supervisor, but the routine nature of the work allows for reasonable independent work scheduling within prescribed guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Repeated bending and lifting during the shift.
• Must be able to wear steel-toe footwear.
• Adequate visual acuity to qualify for a forklift license.
• Must be able to operate a pallet jack for product movement.
• Must be capable of climbing ladders/stairs for material changes.
• Must be capable of standing for entire shift.
• Must be physically capable of walking an entire shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Under general supervision is responsible for the following major tasks (check those that apply):

• Set up, operates, fills, empties, and identifies pre-dried hoppers, grinders definers, metal separator, and similar equipment.
• Assures hoppers/dryers are refilled with proper material utilizing vacuum feeders or hand fill method to insure hoppers don’t run empty.
• Assists in operating presses including relief, set-up, color changes, and mold changes as needed and directed.
• Gauging; training; and assisting other utilities including relief for breaks.
• Must check to see if dryer on and working correctly (every shift).
• Check and clean filters daily (every shift).
• Maintain log books, understand and use supply Kanbans.
• Identifies and separates material for grinding.
• Correctly identifies material for grinding and labeling Kirby’s for material movement.
• Mix materials by hand or system as required.
• Able to clean operate and maintain Maguire unit at press.
• Sort and grind parts as necessary.
• Should be able to perform general trouble shooting for material loader system.
• Maintains 5S and housekeeping expectation of grinder/loader area.
• Other work as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices. Ability to pass color hue and color blindness test.

• A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional score of 16 on the Cognitive portion).

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position typically does not require any travel.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

P08 - Vicksburg, 115 S Leja Drive, Vicksburg, Michigan, United States of America