Plastic Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Shift

5:00 AM to 5:30 PM

SUMMARY

Set up and operate machine tools such as pressing, planning, sawing, grinding, and weigh material, to machine nonmetallic work pieces by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Read and follow Job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and pounds, machining instruction such as feed rate, cutting speeds, closing speeds and determine sequence of operations.

Document and keep logs, routings and various forms updated.

Fill bags with resin to required weight and stage at the proper location. Scrap, clean, spray mold release, fill, and level the press.

Sort and test material to ensure it is UHMW-PE prior to grinding, milling and putting in stock. Load chipper with correct materials.

Set up and operate the CNC saw and planer, pull the required quantity of sheets, ensure the part numbers are the same, and machine to the specifications of the job traveler.

Operate fork lift proficiently. Follow safety regulations.

Ensure equipment is properly maintained.

Report problems or concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.

Teamwork is essential for TSE’s continued success, so Teamwork is an essential function of every employee’s job. Teamwork drives positive results every day. Teamwork promotes positive customer relations and results in exceeding the expectations of our customers. Teamwork benefits every employee since it grows our business and increases our sales. With Teamwork, we all succeed. Without it, we all suffer. Teamwork with co-workers in the same department is just the beginning. Teamwork with every other employee, department and division is the Teamwork that is required to succeed. WE ARE TSE.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid driver’s license. Forklift experience preferred.

COMPETENCY To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

Analytical – Synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data; design work flows and procedures.

Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully develop alternative solutions’ works well in a group problem solving situation; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Teamwork – Balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; provide and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; place success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.

SAFETY TRAINING To perform this job successfully, an individual must complete and maintain the following Safety Training requirements.

General Safety Orientation Forklift Safety Training Forklift Certification Training

Hazard Communications Training Hearing Protection Training

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on- one and small group situations to customers, clients, and 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. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

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

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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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 is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.