Versatile Cross-Dept Manufacturing Operator

Master Mold Llc; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterMold LLC seeks reliable General Labor/Manufacturing Operators to support multiple areas of production, including press operations, secondary fabrication, paint line, and quality inspection. This role requires proper material handling, equipment operation, cosmetic inspection, and strict adherence to work instructions.

Operators may rotate between departments based on production needs, with strong attention to detail, safety practices, and dependable attendance as key assets.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Manufacturing experience preferred (press, paint, assembly, or similar).
• Experience using hand tools and pneumatic tools.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred (or ability to be trained).
• Strong attention to detail and repetitive task accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate presses and secondary manufacturing equipment.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts onto fixtures and presses.
• Weigh, arrange, and prepare fiberglass and resin materials per work instructions.
• Maintain basic knowledge of press, fabrication, assembly, and paint line operations.
• Maintain required production rates and follow daily schedules.
• Deflash molded parts using pneumatic and manual hand tools.
• Cut materials using utility knives and general shop tools.
• Assemble hardware and components to molded parts.
• Prepare and repair part surfaces prior to paint application.
• Load, unload, and transport parts through the paint process.
• Deliver parts to required workstations using forklifts, pallet jacks, or carts.
• Perform color matching and verify paint standards per customer requirements.
• Handle customer property carefully to prevent damage.
• Inspect parts for cosmetic and functional criteria.
• Identify and categorize defects such as dirt, blisters, scratches, and decal issues.
• Assess parts for repair versus rejection.
• Understand and follow cosmetic zoning standards.
• Properly tag, log, and track parts using RFID and production tracking systems.
• Stop production and notify leadership or Quality if non-conforming material is identified.
• Follow all written work instructions, PSCs, and customer-specific standards.
• Check off required process steps and ensure accurate documentation.
• Support continual improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies or defects.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and company policies.

Skills

Detail orientation

Reliability

Teamwork

Instruction following

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Forklift operation

Job description

MasterMold LLC seeks reliable General Labor/Manufacturing Operators to support multiple areas of production, including press operations, secondary fabrication, paint line, and quality inspection. This role requires proper material handling, equipment operation, cosmetic inspection, and strict adherence to work instructions.

Operators may rotate between departments based on production needs, with strong attention to detail, safety practices, and dependable attendance as key assets.