1st Shift Press Operator

Alleguard•Greenville, MI

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Alleguard is hiring Press Operators for its manufacturing site. The Press Operator inspects and sorts molded or assembled products for defects or deviations from specifications, and packs acceptable parts according to customer requirements or standard quality specifications. The role includes monitoring press operations, recording production data, labeling containers, maintaining a clean work area, and following safety procedures. The position is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; flexibility is required because hours may change based on the production schedule. Pay is $15 USD per hour.

Requirements

Ability to visually inspect parts during production and determine whether they meet quality standards.
Ability to understand written instructions in work-related documents.
Active listening skills, including understanding others, asking questions as appropriate, and giving them full attention.
Ability to monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure machinery is working properly.
Ability to select and use appropriate training or instructional methods when learning or teaching new tasks.
Ability to use a manual pallet jack or other designated material-handling equipment to move finished parts or components.
Ability to communicate information effectively.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including protective eyewear and, when required, hearing protection and reinforced-toe safety shoes.
Ability to safely lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to stand continuously for periods of 4–8 hours and perform repeated bending and stretching.
Ability to work amid low to high temperatures and humidity.

Responsibilities

Monitor the press to ensure parts are completely ejected from the mold and notify the Production Supervisor about problems observed during molding.
Pack acceptable parts into predefined packaging or pallet configurations according to established quality standards.
Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment that do not meet specifications.
Mark or label completed containers or bundles with designated item information according to quality standards.
Record production data.
Remove molded parts from collection bins or tables and visually inspect them for conformance to quality standards.
Maintain a clean, organized work area; properly discard rejected parts and keep the area free of debris and standing water.
Perform duties in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
Transfer parts into or out of the drying tunnel as required or instructed.
Perform other duties as assigned.