Press Operator (M-TH day shift)

About Us Zirc Dental Products is an organization built on efficiency and fun. After 50+ years in business, we offer some of the most sought-after dental products and services in the industry. Our core focus is “Making dental teams safe, happy and efficient” so they can focus on what is most important – patient care. About Us Zirc Dental Products is an organization built on efficiency and fun. After 50+ years in business, we offer some of the most sought-after dental products and services in the industry. Our core focus is “Making dental teams safe, happy and efficient” so they can focus on what is most important – patient care. We celebrate our successes (big and small) but are not afraid to learn from our failures. Our leadership team is made up of solid change agents who embrace creativity. Think outside of the box? How about git rid of the box altogether?! We are a progressive team that encourages each other to share their passions, ideas, and challenge the status quo. Our employees are our most important asset. In exchange for their talent and drive, team members are provided with an engaging workplace and the resources they need to learn, thrive, and grow in their careers. The Right Fit Working at Zirc is rewarding but can also be challenging so we only hire ambitious people who share our values of Customer Focus, Passion, Integrity, Reliability, Creativity, and Finding Solutions. Our goal is to continue to change and evolve as a company, so we are seeking an individual with the same mentality. If the job profile below sounds like the right fit for you, we would love for you to Job Description Work in a clean, climate-controlled environment where your contributions make a difference every day. In this role, you’ll tend or operate one or more production machines (manual, semi-automatic, or automatic) and perform a variety of hand or machine operations on molded plastic parts, inserts, and purchased components. This may include light assembly work. You’ll help ensure our high quality standards are met by following clearly defined processes and procedures. This is a full-time permanent role with a working schedule of 6:00am - 4:30pm Monday through Thursday. Starting pay is between $17.50-19.00 an hour (DOE). Job Responsibilities Tend or operate one or more plastic molding machines running manual, semi-automatic; or automatic cycle. When tending automatic cycle machines, multiple machine coverage will be required if time permits. As required remove and grind runners and sprues. Visually inspect and sort all parts to a predetermined quality level for flaws. Performs operator inspections per Work Instruction. Provide production parts to quality personnel for inspection purposes. Assemble and/or finish parts by hand or using various equipment. Move containers with finished goods to staging/receiving area. Maintain work area in an orderly manner and to be free from unnecessary material. May empty trash. Report all machine, equipment, production or processing problems to the supervisor or qualified personnel. Actively assist in training others as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Working towards or have received a High School Diploma or GED Must be 18+ years old Must be able to lift 50 pounds Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to see different colors Preferred Qualification Experience in production and/or the manufacturing industry Employee Benefits 50% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family 100% employer-paid life insurance Well-being benefits 3% IRA contribution match Competitive paid time off package One day paid annually to volunteer for a charity of your choosing Professional development program Frequent employee events, engagement initiatives, and lunches Curious about what it’s like to work at Zirc? Check out the short video below to hear directly from our team members and get a glimpse into our culture and what makes Zirc a great place to work. Ready to make a real impact in the dental industry? Join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and celebrates your contributions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Zirc Dental Products is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zirc Dental Products