Entry-Level Machine Operator (Composites)

The Gund Company - Noblesville • Noblesville, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for an Entry-Level Machine Operator (Composites) to join our team! This role is responsible for implementing the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment that includes thermal presses. The operator ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards. This position involves setting up and operating one or more composites production lines under limited supervision to manufacture products of moderate complexity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform manual tasks as required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment.
• Production and processing knowledge of raw materials and product processing, quality control.
• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Trouble Shooting

Responsibilities

• Form molded sheets of materials using thermal press machines.
• Manufacture molded glass polyester sheets by laying up material to the desired thickness and spreading resin according to customer orders per instructions on customer work orders.
• Use Scale, Weighing, and Mixing procedures to add resin & filler to prep resin for molding process.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance, including stop block shimming, shear bar changes and machine parameter entry.
• Trim/file and de-flash molded sheet edges and perform measuring and material inspections.
• Perform in-process inspection according to standard procedures.
• Perform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubrication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match
• Ongoing training and development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED