Ovens - Machine Operator

Myers Industries Inc•Middlebury, IN

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Elkhart Plastics, a Myers Industries company (NYSE: MYE), is one of the largest custom rotational molding companies in the United States. With more than 500 employees and 33 years in business, we have the experience and knowledge to make any unique part using the rotomolding process. Elkhart Plastics headquarters are in South Bend, IN, and we have additional facilities in Middlebury, IN; Elkhart, IN; Littleton, CO; Ridgefield, WA; and Atlantic, IA, use the most advanced rotational molding equipment in the industry. We create custom plastics in virtually every application imaginable and an almost endless variety of shapes and thicknesses. From storage tanks to boat seating and agricultural applications to intermediate bulk containers and plastic pallets, Elkhart Plastics is trusted by companies throughout the country to provide a rotationally molded solution, custom designed to meet their needs. Job Overview: The responsibility of the Machine Operator is to operate molding equipment to produce various molded products to efficiency and quality standards.

Requirements

1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred
Good communication skills
Good organizational skills
Ability to read and write proficiently in English
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to operate and maintain industrial equipment

Responsibilities

Ensure that all necessary information and tools required for each job are in place before work begins
Pull and review setup sheets prior to starting a job
Maintains equipment required for molding machines
Stage product properly after molding and move to required staging locations
Complete all assigned projects by the due date
Review production priorities
Must meet or exceed all training requirements including those related to ISO standards and attend scheduled shift meetings or other meetings required
Meets or exceeds production targets
Inspects product for conformance to quality standards
Produces molded products using various methods designated for the job. These methods include, but are not limited to:
Use of oven controls
Use of overhead crane
Use of hand and power tools
Use of pallet jack
Use of open flame
Maintains a clean and organized working environment.
Other duties as assigned.