Production Associate Molding

Aliaxis•Huntsville, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

IPEX USA, LLC, is a manufacturer of the industry’s highest quality plastic pipe, with a comprehensive product offering, featuring PVC, CPVC, PE and PEX, with innovative production facilities. IPEX is known as an industry leader, focusing on innovation, timely delivery, and personalized service. We currently have an excellent opportunity as a Machine Operator! This role is based at our facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Summary: The Machine Operator is responsible for taking measurements with micrometers and/or other tools, inspecting product for correct markings, sorting, packaging, and labelling pipe bundles. Banding tools, mallets, and nailers will be used to close full lifts of pipe for pickup and shipment out of the facility. Our Machine Operators perform as integral members of the team by applying knowledge of routine work area procedures, completing standardized activities, and resolving or escalating task-related problems in straightforward situations within the area. Emphasis is on manual skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Ability to demonstrate accurate knowledge and quality performance of Machine Operator processes
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels in the plant
Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and a positive work environment

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to safety by maintaining a safe work environment through training, policy adherence, and housekeeping.
Produce high quality work by following established processes and properly monitoring materials, equipment, and products to ensure compliance with specifications.
Actively and effectively communicate with Team Leader and management regarding any concerns with production, equipment, safety, and working environment in both verbal and written form.
Inspect and package product, including measuring thickness of CPVC pipe, sorting and packaging pipe, verifying pipe for correct markings and date.
Package plastic pipe in correct quantities and label as required.
Close lifts of plastic pipe using banding tools and nailing machine.
Stencil, tag, stamp, or write identifying information on packaged products.
Ensure that CPVC pipe does not collect on dump tables.
Assist lead person during shutdown and start-up operations, including reacting to power outages.
Provide breaks for other operators as needed.
Store and/or move materials into neat and labeled areas consistent with 5S principles.
Maintain a respectful workplace environment.
Meet department safety, quality, cleanliness and efficiency standards.
Other duties as assigned.