Mold Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Atlas Roofing Corporation•Byron Center, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Molded Products is seeking a Molding Machine Operator for its Byron Center, Michigan plant. The operator runs and monitors mold and expander machines, adjusts settings to meet production and quality standards, handles materials safely, and performs machine startup, shutdown, and cleanup procedures. The role also includes maintaining a clean work area, reporting equipment issues and unsafe conditions, supporting maintenance and inventory tasks, and helping train new employees. Duties may vary slightly by division or location, and other tasks may be assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
Basic math skills, including the ability to read a tape measure or calipers and use a metric scale.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to read and interpret documents.
Basic computer skills for data entry and searches.
Ability to understand density types and distinguish between them.
Willingness to work with others.
Ability to perform the position's requirements and follow company policies, procedures, safety rules, and quality assurance guidelines.
Ability to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds and safely operate assigned machinery.
Ability to tolerate temperature changes throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety requirements, company policies and procedures, and quality assurance rules and guidelines.
Complete production records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
Operate a forklift and safely load, unload, and move raw material.
Perform required machine startup, shutdown, and cleanup procedures.
Operate and monitor mold and expander machines with minimal supervision.
Monitor and adjust machine settings to ensure acceptable material is produced and production and quality standards are achieved.
Keep the work area clean and orderly, and clean machines as necessary.
Complete repair work orders and submit them to maintenance.
Notify the supervisor about equipment breakdowns, the need to bypass Standard Operating Procedure, and unsafe conditions or acts.
Move blocks to designated plant storage areas when required.
Operate the conveyor system safely and maintain hotrooms as requested.
Carry or haul scrap to designated areas and help keep walkways, exit rows, and fire extinguishers clear.
Seek work assignments from the supervisor during downtime and follow the posted production schedule.
Work the hours the supervisor determines are necessary to complete tasks.
Strive to lower material costs and improve molding-operation efficiency.
Learn the differences among materials used and understand and perform machine lockout/tagout procedures.
Perform other related tasks or projects as requested by the supervisor.
Help train new employees and transfers from other departments.
Help schedule machine downtime for required maintenance.
Assist with inventory audits as requested.
Perform outdoor SWPPP cleanup as requested.
Assist with or work in other departments as requested.
Work collaboratively, communicate and share relevant information and ideas, support team goals, and provide service and value to customers.