Machine Operator- Flow Mold (Days)- Frog Furnishings

Machine Operator- Flow Mold (Days)- Frog Furnishings Olathe, KS Job Details Full-time From $19 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Plastics extrusion Single-screw extruders Machine operation Forklift High school diploma or GED Pallet jack Hand tools Full Job Description To ensure continuous operation of the flow molding process, the flow mold operator will ensure proper and accurate start-up and shut down of the flow mold extruder, cooling system functionality, and the product molds are in working order.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To ensure continuous operation of the flow molding process, the flow mold operator will ensure proper and accurate start-up and shut down of the flow mold extruder, cooling system functionality, and the product molds are in working order. Ensures the proper raw materials are continuously loaded, this also includes weighing and adding color and other additives. Can detect flaws in raw materials and production equipment and possess the ability to make required mechanical or material changes to ensure quality and specifications are met. Stage empty molds at extruder to fill, monitor flow and pressure to ensure proper mold is properly filled, move full mold to cooling station, disconnect mold when cooled and remove product. Visually inspect finished part for defects. Inspects and measures finished parts if required using various measuring devices such as scale, caliper, micrometer, dial indicator, Go / No Go Gauges, and tape measure. Records data on inspection sheet. Determines if part meets specifications. Maintains accurate records of production set-ups, flow mold production data sheets, statistical process control and/or inspection report sheets. Completes and submits inventory tags. Follows all prescribed quality inspection requirements. Experienced forklift operator with current certification or the ability to obtain one through company offered training program.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma, this is an entry level position.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER QUALIFICATION

Requires the ability to operate various hand tools and equipment. Must be able to operate a manual and powered pallet jack and the ability to pass forklift operator course and drive a forklift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; and use foot/feet to operate machine. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision. This position works 12-hour shift, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to loud. PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Flow Mold:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person