General Description: Operate liquid silicone rubber (LSR) Machines while also visually inspecting parts. Perform minor troubleshooting of the equipment. Support other molding operations in the clean room when needed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate LSR molding presses and other molding operations when needed (such as Panstone/Desma)
• Manually Inspect parts at the press that will meet the customer’s requirements
• Must be able to distinguish good and bad parts
• Consistently meet productivity goals while maintaining appropriate product quality
• Help clean barrels, screws, mixing equipment, and utensils.
• Inspect and clean molds.
• Mix material for LSR molding.
• Minor troubleshooting during production.
• Able to learn assigned duties in the clean room.
• Follow approved methods and client specifications to perform any Designated Operator jobs.
• Follow established ISO Procedures.
• Accurately record/communicate data using ERP system (APPX).
• Use proper line clearance procedures to ensure segregation of parts and material.
• Use information on JIS to understand and follow special instructions.
• Use information on bin tags to understand and follow routing process.
• Effectively communicate with Leads, Supervisors, Engineers, and co-workers within and between departments as necessary to efficiently complete tasks or convey information.
• Actively foster an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Follow strict rules and guidelines necessary to maintain our ISO Certifications.

• Follow standard safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.

• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance.
• Willing to work overtime as requested or required.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain acceptable housekeeping standards at all times to ensure a safe and productive work environment for all employees.
• Keep working area orderly by complying with 6-S Program.
• Maintain proper segregation of rubber at presses.
• Learn additional processes in other departments as needed.
• Provide assistance in other departments as needed with limited supervision.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent desired. Has basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well with others and build positive working relationships.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to learn inspection techniques procedures.
• Has neat, legible handwriting (or printing).
• Ability to learn and use, scales and other measuring devices.
• Is reliable with limited number of unplanned absences.
• Is responsible, dependable and uses time well.
• Is focused and able to work independently at a steady pace.
• Able and willing to responsibly and reliably work in other areas without supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Good vision (with or without corrective lenses)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Fine motor skills in hands/wrist and good hand/eye coordination required especially when running insert jobs
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. on occasion

Benefits offered to all full-time employees 1st of the month following 60 days of employment;

Medical insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching plan

Basic Life insurance

Voluntary Life insurance

LTD/STD insurance

Flexible benefits plan

Vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Employee savings account (interest paying)

Holiday pay (8) – starts upon hire

Benefits offered after one year of full-time employment;

Employee loan

Biannual profit sharing progra