Mold Shop - Machine Operator

Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. We are also the largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under- vehicle service industry in the United States. Myers Industries was started in 1933, by Meyer and Louis Myers, as a tire supply storefront in Akron, Ohio. In 1946, the Company began manufacturing plastic and rubber products related to the tire industry for distribution. In 1963, Myers Industries, Inc. was established and grew into a diversified plastics manufacturer and tire repair supply distributor. Since then, Myers Industries has expanded to become a leading polymer manufacturer of material handling containers and distributor of tire repair and retread products for both domestic and international markets.
Are you looking to join a fantastic, dynamic manufacturing team? Trilogy Plastics is an industry-leading and world-class rotational molding company with a positive culture based on ethics, safety, excellence, and great relationships.
We are currently hiring in our molding department. Employees are brought on board at a trainee level and gain experience toward becoming an assistant and then a Machine Operator.
POSITION SUMMARY
Gains knowledge and experience by assisting in the operation of a rotational molding machine, producing plastic components conforming to customer and company specifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Focuses on learning as much as possible about the company's molding processes
• Gains understanding of quality and efficiency requirements
• Performs all functions under the guidance of the Machine Operator, Team Lead, or Molding Supervisor
• Checks mold setup and quality procedures thoroughly to confirm operating parameters; follows all operating procedures, paying attention to details
• Ensures use of correct raw materials for production run
• Operates scale and weighs raw materials, ensuring that correct amounts are used
• Cleans, inspects, and checks accuracy of scales daily
• Assists Machine Operators in all aspects of molding process to produce parts within specifications
• Removes finished parts from molds, safeguarding the integrity of the completed part
• Performs visual inspection of each finished component
• Uses scale, go/no go gauges to inspect parts per quality procedures to ensure conformance
• Controls scrap and waste to the best of his/her ability
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers
• Upholds processes in line with the company's world class vision and strategic goals
• Follows company policies, safety standards, quality standards, and SOPs
• Participates in 6S program efforts
• Performs additional duties as required

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Competency in basic math including decimals and fractions required
• Basic computer skills required
• Entry level experience in plastics manufacturing preferred; Knowledge of manufacturing environment/processes
• Competency using basic measurement tools such as weight scales and go/no go gauges preferred
• Experience with ISO9001:2008 compliance preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Moving mechanical parts
• Moderate noise level
• Possible exposure to fumes and airborne particles
• Warm during summer months

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly-changing work environment

• Ability to stand, sit, squat, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls
• Physically capable of accessing/moving through all areas of the plant; Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people
• Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds, and rarely up to 75 pounds
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Other details

• Job Function Manufacturing
• Pay Type Hourly

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