Machine Operator – 3435-6039

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at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our
organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while
creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people, like you, are
celebrated for doing their best work. Rehrig Pacific has grown to meet
the needs of our industry consumers across the country and
internationally. We are constantly creating innovative solutions to
transcend the new standards set forth by our customers. We find true
fulfillment in helping others, both within the Rehrig Pacific family and
in our communities. As servant leaders, we lead by example.

2nd and 3rd Shift

Position Summary

Machine operators are an integral part of our team and responsible for
the safe and efficient operation and monitoring of 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.).

Accountabilities

– 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) within a specified cycle time.
– Visually inspect and ensure that the product is manufactured and
packaged to customer specifications.
– 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.
– Operate auxiliary decorating, stacking, and automated equipment that
may include hot stamping machines, conveyors, stackers, etc.
– Stack products and use dollies to safely transport products.
– Effectively meet minimum production and quality standards;
responsible for keeping pace with the cycle time of the respective
molding machine.
– Timely and accurately complete all required production paperwork;
accurately account for all scrap parts produced during the shift.
– 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.
– 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)
– Perform any other duties assigned to support the team.

Physical Requirements must be able to:

– Effectively move throughout the facility to access various machines
and equipment, supplies, etc.
– Remain in a stationary position over 66% of the time.
– Operate, activate, and repetitively use equipment controls and
related production tools over 66% of the time.
– Lift and move product, parts and supplies, etc. weighing up to 30
lbs., a distance of 1 3, from machines, carts, conveyors, etc. 67
100% of the time.
– Position self in a twist/turn or rotational fashion to effectively
complete machine operation functions 67 100% of the time.
– Position self to reach/place product, parts and supplies, etc. less
than 3 from floor level up to 66% of the time.
– Push/pull product, parts and supplies, etc. weighing up to 30 lbs.
into and out of machines, conveyors, tables, etc. up to 50% of the
time.
– Reach above shoulder level to access machine controls, par s and
supplies, product, etc. up to 40% of the time.
– Articulate parts and components for assembly or decoration.

Qualifications:

– High School Diploma, GED, or comparable work-related experience
preferred.
– Experience in a fast-paced, production-based warehouse or
manufacturing environment preferred.
– Prior experience as a machine operator in the molded plastic field,
or other fast-paced, production-based manufacturing environment
preferred.
– Capable and willing to operate any injection molding machine and
maintain productivity and quality standards.
– Actively engages in a team-based environment.
– Must be able to learn and execute all work instructions, standard
operating procedures, and quality practices/standards.

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 statu