Plastics Process Specialist-Plastics

KI•Green Bay, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KI is seeking a full-time Plastics Process Specialist to work at its Green Bay manufacturing facility on Weekend Workforce A. The role supports the plastics department’s injection molding operations, including machine and mold setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and minor repairs. The specialist provides direction to operators, monitors quality and departmental performance, communicates updates to the Plastics Lean Process Manager, and completes production and shift documentation. The position works 32 hours per week and is paid for 40 hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform activities including standing, walking, lifting, twisting, and bending.
Willingness to work in areas that can become warm.
Ability to work in a smoke-free environment.
Willingness to assist in any given area of the plant if the assigned area is slow.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude and previous manufacturing experience; previous manufacturing experience is not required.
Team-player attitude.
Computer knowledge.
Willingness to learn.
Willingness to train on any shift.
Positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Complete minor machine and mold repairs.
Assist maintenance technicians with machine and mold repairs.
Troubleshoot problems.
Complete mold changeovers.
Set up and process injection molding machines.
Direct operators regarding daily schedules and machine rotations to operate the department effectively.
Provide the Plastics Lean Process Manager with regular updates about department performance during the shift.
Complete daily shift reports.
Make decisions regarding quality and other departmental matters, including knowing when to contact the Lean Process Manager.
Complete shift reports, SPC charts, skid tags, box tags, and production out sheets.
Participate in 6S activities.
Assist in any area of the plant when the assigned area is slow.

Benefits

100% employee ownership.
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Wellness resources, including an on-site fitness center and fitness reimbursement program.
Educational reimbursement program.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and EAP.
Sick pay.
Monthly performance bonus.
$3.00 per hour shift differential.
$1.00 per hour raise within the first year of employment.
Work 32 hours and get paid for 40 hours.