Utility, Molding MSG - Shift 3

Summit Polymers, Inc. • Sturgis, MI

1d

About The Position

The Utility, Molding MSG performs routine manufacturing support work, supplying parts and materials as needed and handling other assigned duties. The role includes disposing of scrap material for reuse or regrind. It operates under direct supervision from the shift supervisor, with reasonable independence in scheduling routine work within established guidelines.

The position supports molding operations by maintaining material hoppers and related equipment, assisting with presses and material changes, sorting and grinding parts, and maintaining logs and housekeeping standards. The role typically does not require travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds, bend and lift repeatedly, stand and walk for the entire shift, and climb ladders or stairs for material changes.
• Ability to wear steel-toe footwear.
• Visual acuity sufficient to qualify for a forklift license.
• Ability to operate a pallet jack for product movement.
• Ability to pass a color hue and color blindness test.
• Ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.
• Minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment, or a traditional score of 16 on its Cognitive portion.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, fill, empty, and identify pre-dried hoppers, grinders, metal separators, and similar equipment.
• Refill hoppers and dryers with the correct materials using vacuum feeders or manual filling, ensuring they do not run empty.
• Assist with operating presses, including providing relief, setup, color changes, and mold changes as directed.
• Maintain general housekeeping and 5S standards in the grinder and loader area.
• Perform gauging, provide training, and assist other utility workers, including covering breaks.
• Check each shift that dryers are on and working correctly.
• Check and clean filters each shift.
• Maintain logbooks and understand and use supply Kanbans.
• Identify and separate material for grinding, correctly label material for grinding, and label Kirby containers for material movement.
• Mix materials by hand or using a system as required.
• Clean, operate, and maintain the Maguire unit at the press.
• Sort and grind parts as necessary.
• Perform general troubleshooting of the material loader system.
• Dispose of scrap material for reuse or regrind.
• Complete other work assigned by the supervisor and required post-hire training.

What This Job Offers

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