Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Thermoforming Machine Operator to run our plastic-forming production lines. In this role, you will set up machinery, monitor production runs, inspect product quality, and package finished goods. Your focus will be on maintaining a steady production pace while ensuring all items meet exact quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities Machine Operation:

Safely start up, operate, and shut down high-speed thermoforming machines, trim presses, and grinders.

Quality Control:

Inspect formed plastic parts for defects like thin spots, webbing, or improper trim cuts using calipers and gauges.

Setup & Adjustments:

Assist with mold changes and adjust machine parameters (such as heat zone temperatures, cycle times, and air pressure) to fix quality issues.

Material Handling:

Load plastic rolls or sheets into the machine feeds and safely manage scrap grind material.

Packaging & Logging:

Pack finished products into boxes, label pallets correctly, and log production numbers and downtime hours.

Safety & Upkeep:

Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) rules, keep your work area clean, and report equipment malfunctions to maintenance.

Qualifications & Skills Experience:

Minimum 1-2 years of experience operating machinery in a manufacturing plant (plastics or packaging experience is a major plus).

Technical Aptitude:

Comfort using basic hand tools, measuring devices, and digital control panels. Attention to

Detail:

Ability to spot visual product flaws quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Stamina:

Capacity to stand for long shifts, perform repetitive packing movements, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred. Must be bilingual

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 48.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person