Operator I (1st Shift)
About The Position
Operator I is an entry-level position performing typical operations and light assembly within an injection molding facility. Operators operate machines or retrieve parts from bins beneath injection molding machines while meeting productivity and quality targets. They may trim, inspect, and package parts according to customer requirements, and are responsible for questioning product quality and identifying defects. The role involves following existing procedures and Operator Instructions independently or with minimal supervision, completing paperwork to Good Documentation Practices standards, and communicating reject data to a Production Supervisor or Team Lead. Operators may provide break relief and perform other duties as assigned. Overtime may be required daily and on weekends or holidays. The role requires punctual attendance and working the entire scheduled shift. The company describes its workplace culture as committed to integrity, servant leadership, teamwork, innovation, and producing high-quality medical technology. Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider with nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to understand English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow specification sheets.
- Basic math skills to understand production totals and deductions, product tolerances, and variation.
- Excellent vision and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to perform light work, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving objects with significant use of the hands.
- Ability to spend extended periods bending, lifting, standing, and sitting.
- No disciplinary actions or attendance issues in the previous nine months.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Identify and report unsafe conditions affecting employee safety, including housekeeping (5S) and personal protective equipment.
- Report on time for scheduled shifts and work the entire shift.
- Operate machines and/or retrieve parts from bins beneath injection molding machines while meeting output targets and product quality requirements.
- Trim, inspect, and package parts as applicable to customer requirements.
- Communicate and report reject data to the Production Supervisor or Team Lead.
- Complete paperwork accurately according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) standards.
- Provide relief for coworkers’ breaks as required by the Team Leader or Supervisor.
- Receive and follow instructions from the Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager.
- Develop skills to perform basic, repetitive, and manual job activities and meet production rates.
- Follow existing procedures and Operator Instructions independently or with minimal supervision.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement Events and problem solving.
- Question product quality to identify defects.
- Work overtime as needed, including daily overtime and weekends or holidays.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on date of hire.
- Generous paid time off benefits and 11 paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Eligible to earn up to a quarterly attendance bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
