Thermoform Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Gemini, Inc. • Cannon Falls, MN

9d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Gemstar Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Thermoform Machine Operator for its Cannon Falls, Minnesota location. The role sets up and operates thermoforming equipment to produce parts that meet specifications for size, warpage, and appearance, following work orders and blueprints. Operators prepare molds and equipment, run forming processes, inspect and finish parts, record production, and maintain equipment and a safe, orderly work area. The position works on-site, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, in five 8-hour days; overtime is scheduled as needed. The wage range is $20.75–$27.47 per hour. Previous manufacturing experience is preferred, and a high school diploma or GED is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• High level of mechanical aptitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate thermoforming machines, including installing appropriate molds and vacuum boxes and establishing heating and cooling cycles to produce uniform parts according to work orders and blueprints.
• Ensure selected molds have required options, such as stacking ribs, feet, name plates, and logos.
• Set up operations for processes including routing, drilling, and trimming.
• Place plastic sheets in the comet machine and activate heating, forming, and cooling cycles.
• Remove formed sheets from the press and load additional material for subsequent cycles.
• Trim formed material to the prescribed size using band or table saws and deburr the edges.
• Visually inspect completed parts for quality and apply bondo to holes or scars when needed to repair or improve appearance.
• Return molds to the designated storage area after production cycles are complete.
• Accurately count produced and rejected parts and enter the information in production records.
• Stack parts in an orderly manner and forward them to the next production stage.
• Cut scrap material for disposal and keep the work area neat and orderly.
• Maintain presses, including lubricating them and replacing cylinders as necessary.
• Look for ways to improve process efficiency, including inventory and material use.
• Cut blanks from sheet stock as needed for daily production.
• Box and mark ABS parts as required.
• Work safely and follow approved safety procedures.
• Maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
• Remain aware of ISO standards and Gemstar’s quality management system.
• Perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $0 health insurance premium for employee-only coverage, with low-cost premiums for other coverage levels.
• 4% retirement match with profit sharing.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental, volunteer, and sick time.
• Dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Weekly pay.
• Use of a company-owned resort in Hayward, Wisconsin.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED