Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm)

Parker Hannifin•Woodridge, IL

About The Position

Press Operators are members of the molding team and run machines according to the standards and requirements for each job. They read and follow process sheets, prepare and load materials into molds, inspect parts and adjust processes to support quality, and complete required production documentation. They maintain safe, organized work areas, follow PPE and 5S requirements, and work with teammates to keep production efficient and productive. Molding team members may move between jobs and take on additional team responsibilities such as relief person, auditor, troubleshooter, job setup, scheduler, or trainer. The position is primarily standing and walking and involves frequent lifting of rubber and mold plates. Previous machine operator experience is preferred; a solid work history, communication skills, and the ability to understand and follow work instructions are required. The listed pay range is $18.66 to $20.66 per hour, with participation in an annual incentive program. Parker describes the position as eligible for benefit and retirement plans. Applicants are subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Requirements

Solid work history.
Good communication skills.
Ability to read, understand, and execute work instructions.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Able to spend approximately 100% of work time standing and/or walking.
Able to lift mold plates weighing 10 to 30 pounds approximately 200 times per day and lift similar weights while opening molds.
Able to lift tubs of rubber weighing up to 40 pounds continuously throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Previous machine operator experience.

Responsibilities

Read and understand process sheets to run molds properly.
Correct and report discrepancies or changes in work instructions to the QC Manager or Supervisor.
Inspect the work area and equipment for safety hazards, correcting and reporting hazards to the Supervisor.
Wear required personal protective equipment.
Check that proper materials are available before startup.
Use the specified rubber gram weight for each cycle.
Load rubber prep and inserts into molds correctly.
Complete production tags, travel tickets, and day-by-the-hour sheets as required.
Work toward efficiency and productivity.
Audit parts while running and adjust the process as needed to improve quality; seek help if a problem cannot be corrected and strive for zero defects.
Report damaged molds immediately to the Supervisor.
Run multiple presses when assigned and run the sample press when assigned.
Interact with the Tugger Operator as required.
Maintain and follow 5S standards and systems.
Run presses and molds efficiently and productively as a contributing team member.
Participate in team meetings to solve problems.
Move between different jobs throughout the day as needed.
Take on team responsibilities such as relief person, auditor, troubleshooter, job setup, scheduler, or trainer.
Work with the team to schedule vacations and holidays as needed.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Voluntary optional life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions equal to 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability programs.
Adoption assistance.
Care.com membership.
Financial planning assistance.
Identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness supplemental programs available at competitive rates.
Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Annual incentive program.