Mold Machine Operator 2nd Shift

S&C Electric Company•Franklin, WI

About The Position

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Mold Machine Operator to support its manufacturing operations. The role operates injection molding machinery to efficiently produce simple polymer components. It involves reviewing job orders and blueprints, setting up molds, adjusting machine parameters, and monitoring production to maintain optimal operating conditions. The operator also performs secondary production tasks, inspects and packages finished products, documents completed jobs, and follows quality, safety, and company policies. This is a second-shift role, scheduled Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., with Friday overtime when necessary. The estimated pay is $22.50 per hour plus a 20% shift premium, and the position is eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Entry-level experience in a production environment.
Ability to use hand tools.
Basic knowledge of machine controls and programs.
Ability to work independently and meet requirements for assigned materials requests.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate efficiently with production support teams and explain or escalate issues to team leads and supervisors.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to review and respond to requests through internal applications.
Basic math skills, including calculating quantities, weights, and measurements.
Good interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to understand and complete requests from team members inside and outside the department.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including understanding process-improvement efforts.
Attention to detail and the ability to complete precise tasks and follow instructions accurately.
Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately and promptly report concerns to the safety action team.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 5 to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints.
Experience with precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.

Responsibilities

Operate an injection molding machine to produce simple polymer components efficiently.
Review job orders and simple blueprints to understand molding requirements.
Set up molds, adjust machine parameters, and monitor production to maintain optimal operating conditions.
Wear a respirator for varying periods as needed.
Cycle the molding machine and monitor its progress while performing secondary operations, including deflashing, inspection, visual and mechanical application of lubricating grease, and packaging finished products.
Inspect finished products for defects, follow quality assurance guidelines, and escalate quality issues when needed.
Use hand tools such as files, a hammer, a scraper, and an air nozzle to remove excess material and clean molds.
Apply silicone mold release with a brush.
Perform sandblasting operations as required.
Document completed jobs accurately and promptly report issues.
Meet department targets and adhere to quality and safety standards.
Understand and comply with applicable company policies and rules.
Work with departmental mentors to receive and apply feedback to improve work quality.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

15 paid days off (S&C Days and holiday shutdown), in addition to vacation.
Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Health savings account.
Group life insurance and optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
Family-forming benefits, including adoption and fertility support.
Vacation time and sick time.
Paid holidays and company shutdown days.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Other leave benefits, paid parental time, and military leave.
401(k) retirement savings plan with traditional and Roth options.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), including annual company contributions for eligible participants.
Annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.