Molding Machine Operator - A Shift
About The Position
Gooch & Housego is seeking a Molding Machine Operator to support its Rochester, New York manufacturing site. G&H | GS Optics specializes in the custom design and manufacture of precision polymer optics for biomedical, healthcare diagnostics, machine vision, analytical instrumentation, and defense applications. The role produces high-quality injection-molded optical components through inspection, processing, packaging, and compliance with established manufacturing and quality standards. The operator inspects and degates polymer optical lenses, packages finished parts, records production data, operates injection molding machines, and performs basic secondary operations. The role also supports a clean, organized, contamination-free work environment and collaborates with engineering, quality, and process technicians to address manufacturing issues.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous manufacturing, production, or inspection experience.
- Basic computer skills, including experience entering production data into ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a clean, precision manufacturing environment.
- Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating or working around injection molding equipment.
- Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and manufacturing best practices.
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and degate injection-molded polymer optical lenses of various sizes and geometries.
- Package finished parts in accordance with customer and production quality requirements.
- Record production data, including cycle times and scrap rates, within the ERP system.
- Operate one or more injection molding machines and perform basic secondary operations such as milling.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and contamination-free work environment.
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions, process control plans, and safety procedures.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and process technicians to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Communicate production, equipment, or quality concerns promptly to appropriate personnel.
- Assist with inventory counts and material preparation for incoming shifts.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in updating work instructions as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
