Press Operator - Injection Molding

Lavelle Industries•Burlington, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lavelle is hiring vertical press machine operators at its Burlington, Wisconsin facility. Operators work in a fast-paced factory environment performing repetitive work. Available schedules include 8-hour and 12-hour schedules. Listed shift options are second shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; a 12-hour schedule of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on a 2-2-3 rotation; and third shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Sunday night through Friday morning. The position is full-time and pays from $22.72 per hour. Work is performed in person in Burlington, Wisconsin. Operators adjust presses during startup, production, and shutdown to maintain part quality and production targets; perform minor press servicing; record production quality data; and follow safety procedures. The role includes learning new skills and equipment, cross-training in other departments, and training colleagues. The work requires standing for the entire shift and takes place in a factory with exposure to dust, noise, and temperature variations.

Requirements

Must be at least 5 feet 6 inches tall due to safety and ergonomic requirements.
Ability to lift 30 pounds.
Ability to stand for the entire shift in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to understand and use measuring devices.
Reliable attendance, dedication to work, and ability to learn from mistakes and feedback.
Ability to perform the job and consistently meet production and quality targets.

Responsibilities

Adjust machines during startup, operation, and shutdown to maintain part quality and production targets.
Perform minor press servicing, including feeding stock, spraying the mold, and removing stuck parts.
Learn new skills and equipment to keep processes up to date and efficient.
Cross-train in other departments and train others in the work area.
Record and submit production quality data for record-keeping purposes.
Follow safety procedures and make suggestions to contribute to a safe work environment.
Consistently meet production and quality targets.