Polymer Production Operator

ACO, Inc.•Mentor, OH

77d•$0 - $22

About The Position

The Polymer Production Operator safely controls various equipment to produce products on the production line. Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the location and the products being manufactured. This position is designated as safety sensitive pursuant to A.R.S. Sections 23-493(9) and 23-493.06(7).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out general instructions.
Ability to deal with standardized situations involving occasional variables.
Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
Thorough understanding of production equipment or ability to learn it quickly.
Understanding of and ability to comply with applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

Clean mold jackets and mold cores, removing excess flashing, wax, and foreign debris.
Scrape flashing from products.
Visually inspect products for defects such as holes, cracks, uneven rails, or short rails, and notify the Team Leader about questionable quality.
Place acceptable products in curing racks, inserting grates where applicable, or scrap products that do not meet quality standards.
Remove products from curing racks when the next piece is ready, leaving larger channels in the rack for two rounds, and move products to a pallet or patch area as needed.
Apply a thin coat of liquid hot wax to the top surface of the mold only.
Clean knockouts.
Reassemble mold jackets and end caps so they close properly; insert K-rails or SK100 rails when needed and ensure rails seat correctly.
Check that inner bars are closed and, if necessary, use a wrench to pull them firmly to the right of the mold.
Double-check that the mold is properly closed, with no gaps between mold jackets and end caps.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
Comply with company policies and procedures.