Senior Molder Operator Injection Molding 12- hour shift $19.52 per hour at Westlake

Brownsville, Tennessee, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, Plastics, Pipe & FittingsIndustries

Requirements

Understanding of barcode automation cells setup by material numbers produced in Injection Molding Press Machines
Recipe selection from HMI
Understanding of the theory of operation for each equipment center
Ability to troubleshoot setup issues
Ability to reset machine faults
Ability to track downtime and reasons
Ability to communicate and escalate machine-related issues
Ability to adjust guide rails to the size of the box running
Ability to adjust case sealer settings to the size of the box running
Ability to maintain established quality processes and escalate non-conformities
Ensures compliance with work instructions and quality documentation
Ability to communicate daily expectations, status, and issues with Mold Technicians
Ability to pull work orders and track completions
Capable of performing Microsoft AX transfers ensuring inventory accuracy
Ability to maintain a safe, clean work area and follow safety guidelines and 5S
Ability to perform cleaning (Autonomous Maintenance) of equipment centers
Ability to label boxes or cartons
Ability to communicate daily box quantity needs to box making
Ability to place boxes or cartons on correct pallet
Supports Root Cause Analysis of safety incidents, quality incidents, and production inefficiencies
Leadership: Supports culture of excellence, drives Daily Performance Goals, supports compliance with policies/procedures, communicates effectively, trains new personnel

Responsibilities

Setup and operation of automated packaging equipment
Setup and operation of case sealing equipment
Palletization of finished good boxes
Follow safe work practices, ensure quality product, and control inventory within assigned area
Drive output and activities of the work area and other priorities set by Injection Molding Supervisor
Ensures correct setup of barcode automation cells
Communicate and escalate all machine-related issues
Maintain established quality processes
Communicate daily expectations, current status, and arising issues with Mold Technicians
Pull work orders and track completions
Perform Microsoft AX transfers for inventory accuracy
Maintain safe, clean work area and follow safety guidelines and 5S
Cleaning of all equipment centers as defined or needed
Labeling of boxes or cartons
Communicate daily box quantity needs to box making
Place boxes or cartons of product on correct pallet
Support Root Cause Analysis of safety, quality, and production issues
Leadership: Support culture of excellence, drive Daily Performance Goals, support policy/procedure compliance, communicate effectively, train new personnel

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Injection MoldingMolder OperationAutomated Packaging EquipmentCase Sealing EquipmentPalletizationInventory ControlQuality ControlSafe Work Practices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Senior Molder Operator position?

The position pays $19.52 per hour.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits effective day 1 include medical, dental, vision, 401k with 4% match, annual retirement contribution of 2%, life & AD&D, paid vacation, tuition assistance program, and fitness reimbursement program.

Is this a remote position, or what is the work schedule?

This is an on-site full-time position involving a 12-hour shift; remote work is not mentioned.

What key skills are required for the Senior Molder Operator role?

Key skills include correct setup of barcode automation cells by material numbers, recipe selection from HMI, understanding theory of operation for equipment, troubleshooting setup issues, resetting machine faults, tracking downtime, communicating issues, adjusting guide rails and case sealer settings.

What is the company culture like at Westlake Pipe & Fittings?

The company fosters a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers associates through individual achievement and teamwork, with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and focus on professional development, personal growth, and advancement opportunities.