Polymer Process Operator

Zimmer Production, Inc. • Warsaw, IN

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About The Position

The Polymer Process Production Operator makes raw material for manufacturing and works with discipline to meet production quantity demands. The role involves preparing and blending Vitamin E materials, molding and machining polymer resin, submitting samples for testing, and packing and shipping work orders to vendors. The operator must perform to a high quality standard and be able to meet the technical and physical requirements of the job.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of relevant machinery, tooling, measuring and gauging equipment, and proper handling methods in assigned areas.
• Thorough understanding of production processes in the assigned area.
• Knowledge of proper machinery setups, blueprints, routers, and setup files.
• Adequate knowledge of the parts required to produce quality assemblies that meet functional and cosmetic requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with production employees, management, and technical professionals.
• Ability to meet all technical and physical requirements of the primary job function, including lifting 70 pounds.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required by production schedules.
• Ability to perform at a high level of quality.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Make Vitamin E solution.
• Blend Vitamin E resin.
• Submit samples to the ATS Lab for testing.
• Compression mold polymer resin.
• CNC machine molded polymer slabs.
• Pack and ship work orders to vendors.

Benefits

• Development opportunities
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible working environment
• Location-specific competitive total rewards
• Wellness incentives
• Culture of recognition and performance awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED