Operator - 2nd Shift

Westlake•Elkland, PA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator’s primary responsibility is to ensure that only quality-approved products are packaged for customers. Work may include extrusion or injection molding, weathering, trimming, inspection, and packing. The position helps keep extrusion lines or molding machines running continuously and efficiently while producing products that meet or exceed customer expectations. Operators work as assigned by the shift supervisor and follow standard work instructions, safety procedures, and production requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One to two years of experience in a relevant field.
Ability to work an eight- to twelve-hour shift.
Ability to perform tasks according to Standard Work Instructions.
Basic math skills.
Ability to distinguish colors visually.
Basic literacy skills to complete required paperwork clearly and legibly.
Teamwork orientation.
Ability to stand for up to 8–12 hours per shift; kneel, squat, bend or twist at the waist, and stack parts at or above head height.
Full range of motion in shoulders, knees, hips, elbows, wrists, and hands for inspecting, packing, and stacking parts.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks at IMM cycle times as fast as every 30 seconds.
Ability to wear compliant ear protection when working in areas above OSHA noise threshold limits.
Ability to work in hot environments that can exceed 100°F, particularly during summer months.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety-toe shoes, ANSI Z87 eye protection, and CR gloves.
Ability to lift, move, or transport items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to move around the facilities and ascend or descend stairs or ladders.
Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances in varying environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Training or certification in a relevant skill or trade.

Responsibilities

Comply with safety policies and procedures.
Read production schedule boards and perform work assigned by the shift supervisor.
Inspect, feed, and/or pack work-in-process or finished products.
Maintain standard production cycles on nonrobotic molding machines.
Detect defects in molded parts, trim parts, and assemble them.
Ensure each product has appropriate lot information printed on it.
Build or assemble boxes and attach appropriate labels.
Notify a supervisor of safety, quality, mechanical, material, or equipment issues.
Complete production documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor.
Maintain regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.