Machine Operator- 1st shift

Maugus Manufacturing Inc • East Lampeter Township, PA

5d

About The Position

The Compression Molding “C” Operator works in the compression molding department manufacturing plastic caps. The operator is responsible for cap quality, smooth machine operation, adding compound to machines, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. The first shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The department can be hot in summer, with temperatures reaching 110°F, and the role involves heavy lifting. Employees can progress from Level C to Level B and Level A, and may pursue an apprenticeship to train as a set-up mechanic. Employment requires drug testing in a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate effectively using spoken language.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions or actions to solve problems or reach goals.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions affecting employee safety.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including frequent standing and occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Near and depth vision, color discrimination, and sense of touch.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including safety goggles and hearing protection.
• Drug testing is required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate up to seven molding machines; operating Alliance machines requires authorization.
• Take quality samples every hour and record results on the appropriate paperwork.
• Prepare production reports and tickets, confirming that the item and ticket match.
• Inspect caps in cooling trays and remove excess flash.
• Check caps for blisters, burns, cracks, and other defects, and notify the set-up mechanic, QC, or supervisor as appropriate.
• Sweep the department floor throughout the shift, removing flash and caps to help prevent slips, trips, and falls.
• Add powder to barrels as needed.
• Remove barrels of caps from the department, weigh them, and take them to the washer.
• Turn powder off using the HMI control screen when machine or quality issues are identified; Level C operators are not permitted to turn powder on.
• Record labor entries and material issues in SAP as needed.
• Clean inside the cage after a set-up mechanic or supervisor has approved entry.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer pays 80% of employee medical premium for Highmark PPO coverage.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Company-paid basic life and disability insurance valued at $15,000.
• Paid holidays when the plant is closed.
• PTO hours accrue immediately.
• Quarterly and annual attendance bonuses.
• Referral bonus.
• Annual performance bonus.
• 401(k)/Roth plan and profit sharing.
• Educational assistance.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Optional occasional overtime.
• Company-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

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