HPP Operator Level I - All shifts (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)

Clayens US•Machesney Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

High Performance Polymers Operator Level 1 performs visual inspection, weigh counting, and packaging of plastic parts. This role is responsible for maintaining the supply of raw material to the injection molding floor, WIP inventory management, and providing routine support for production and the operation of injection molding machines. The operator adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills.
Experience operating riding forklifts.
English language proficiency to include verbal and written communication.
Ability to read/write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and production documentation.
Ability to maintain and understand records and data, as well as complete required documentation.
Ability to work with coworkers in a team environment; team oriented, self-motivated.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Continuous mental and visual attention to production and quality of products.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings.

Nice To Haves

Injection Molding experience highly preferred.
Successful completion of "Fundamentals of Injection Molding" Paulson Training during onboarding.
Successful completion of “Technology of Injection Molding - Level 1” Paulson Training during onboarding.

Responsibilities

Maintain and move parts from injection molding machines to weigh scales as they are produced to avoid overflow of WIP containers.
Identify and verify parts and counts.
Visually inspect product for common defects to ensure quality parts are being counted in compliance with specified Quality requirements.
Alert shift Mold Technician of machine malfunction or scrap quantity issues.
Cut off runners with hand gate cutters or band saws and inspect work to ensure finished parts meet specifications.
Enter information on log sheets such as in-process books as quality checks are made to ensure product consistency and conformity to quality standards.
Understand production records and keep accurate counts over the course of a shift of accepted, rejected, and scrap product as noted on shift report forms.
Unload, move, and load materials into bins, dryers, and pan drying oven.
Store and stack materials according to company standards and complete move tickets as required.
Report inventory shortages and recommend new orders as necessary.
Identify and remove damaged materials from stock with QA assistance.
Clean, check, and set up material dryers, feeders, and/or loaders as required.
Move WIP and finished goods to specified staging areas as required.
Process manufactured parts per job instructions, pack verified amounts, and label appropriately.
Construct boxes for packing at assigned machine as required.
Lift and carry boxes (up to 50 lbs.) to pallets for removal to shipping or storage.
On occasion may use pallet jack to move pallets of boxes or totes.
Keep the assigned work area well organized, clean, and neat.
Maintain effective working relationships with other coworkers.