Purpose of Role

Production operators are an integral part of our team and responsible for monitoring one or more plastic injection-molding machines in accordance with standard operating procedures. Operators play a valuable role in ensuring our products meet customer quality expectations through safe handling of the product, performing basic assembly and hot stamping functions, and performing any necessary rework processes (trimming, cleaning, etc.). Operators are also responsible for keeping the production area clean and organized according to the local 5S standards.

Areas of Accountabilities

Finished Goods Handling and Assembly

Operate and monitor one or more plastic injection-molding machines by safely removing parts from material handling device (e.g., chutes, conveyors) and performing secondary operations (e.g. hot stamping, assembly, trimming and stacking) within a specified cycle time and according to standard operating procedures. Perform any rework process that is required, which may include trimming, flaming, and cleaning. Perform basic assembly functions, such as attaching accessories/components to a molded product. Stack products and use dollies to safely transport products. Operate auxiliary decorating, stacking, and automated equipment that may include hot stamping machines, conveyors, stackers, etc. Timely and accurately complete all required production paperwork; accurately account for all scrap parts produced during the shift.

Adhere to Quality and Safety Requirements

Maintain general housekeeping standards throughout the plant by sorting, sweeping, and cleaning, or as otherwise instructed. Conduct all job duties with strict adherence to established operating procedures, safety requirements, and processes. Visually inspect and ensure that the product is manufactured and packaged to customer specifications. Effectively meet minimum production and quality standards; responsible for keeping pace with the cycle time of the respective molding machine. Communicate with previous shift, relief, supervision and other operators to exchange information on process conditions and other pertinent issues; notify supervisor immediately if a problem arises at the machine (e.g. quality, safety, mechanical problem/defect)

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High School Diploma, GED, or comparable work-related experience preferred. Prior experience as a production operator in the molded plastic field, or other fast-paced, production-based manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred. Actively engages in a team-based environment. Must be able to learn and execute all work instructions, standard operating procedures, and quality practices/standards. Must be able to articulate parts and components for assembly or decoration for over 50% of the time Must be able to reach above shoulder level to access products and supplies etc. up to 40% of the time. Must be able to lift parts and supplies, etc. weighing up to 30 lbs., a distance of 1’ – 10’, from machines, carts, conveyors, etc. 67 – 100% of the time. Must be able to move parts, using an assisting device, weighing up to 260lbs lbs., a distance of 1’ – 10’, from machines, carts, conveyors, etc.

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.