Operator- 1st Shift

Creative Foam Corporation•Dayton, OH

About The Position

An Operator is responsible for the effective and efficient functioning of an assigned polyurethane (PU) machine. The role includes preparing the machine and tooling for production, maintaining machine settings and production records, verifying materials and product quality, performing basic machine maintenance, and supporting safety, cleanliness, and continuous improvement efforts. The position works with all internal departments. This is a first-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Start up the machines in a timely manner so parts are coming off the line at the start of the scheduled shift.
  • Inspect and verify the working condition of the PU machine and assigned tooling for ISO, Poly, hydraulic, water, and air leaks.
  • Prepare and maintain tooling for production, and verify tools are clean and ready to shoot.
  • Prepare wax.
  • Maintain correct machine parameter set points throughout the production shift and cross-reference the check sheet posted on the line.
  • Enter necessary data correctly into Plex and properly complete and maintain the line white board.
  • Ensure source inventories related to the molding operation are correctly labeled and maintained.
  • Follow the Material Verification Process.
  • Ensure the assigned PU machine produces foam that meets quality requirements and policies.
  • Perform basic maintenance on the PU machine, including pressure adjustments, orifice cleaning, and turning tools on or off.
  • Ensure parts produced during the molding operation are correctly labeled and maintained to quality requirements and policies.
  • Follow the PICCI Process.
  • Alert appropriate personnel promptly about quality or equipment deficiencies and follow the escalation process.
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
  • Maintain a clean work area and assist in maintaining the company 5S system.
  • Follow Creative Foam and Dayton Molded Urethanes policies and procedures and promote the organization's safety efforts.
  • Positively reinforce production goals, standards, and work ethic in work areas and throughout the facility.
  • Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

  • Safe working environments
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Holiday and vacation allotments
  • Dependent scholarship program
  • Wellness program
  • Referral program
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