Molding Operator - 1st Shift

Molding Operator - 1st ShiftThe Molding Operator is responsible for manufacturing products utilizing primary and secondary processing equipment or hand assembly. Following all procedures and work instructions, achieve optimal productivity, quality, and safety assuring internal and external customer satisfaction.Essential FunctionsProtect our customers to ensure each product meets established quality criteria of zero non-conformances.Correctly record good production and scrap every hour on production paperwork and on the production pace board per work instructions.Correctly evaluate part quality based on part quality inspection instructions.Careful handling of parts based on work instructions.Handle each and every part with care from inspection to pack out to ensure the customers receives a quality product with no molding defects or handling/cosmetic defects.Correct application of all internal and external labels when required, including removal of all old labels from returnable packaging.Daily review all applicable quality alerts to keep you informed that a defect has escaped and reduce risk of a repeat failure while a permanent corrective action is put in place.Immediately notify Supervisor of all discrepancies to established quality checks (ie, sample boards, inspection instructions, SPC, etc.).Escalate production and quality issues/concerns to Supervisor during production, follow escalation policy.Keep work area clean and organized in an effort to increase efficiencies and reduce risk of the product being damaged.Participate in team problem solving activities (ie, 8D's, communication meetings, etc).Continuously focused on improving processes and participating in training and development programsProactively participate in Kaizen events, and safety eventsResponsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.Adherence to all company policies and procedures (ie, Quality Manual, Associate Handbook, etc).Comply with all Techniplas Environmental Requirements and PoliciesReport all Environmental incidents to immediate supervisorOther duties as assigned by supervisor(s).Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a Full-time positionSunday - Thursday, core work hours 3rd shift 11:00pm- 7:30amFlexible hours to be availableMust be available to work weekends when requested by Supervisor.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED Preferred.Plastic Injection Molding background is helpful.Demonstrated ability to be a reliable, responsible team player focused on producing a top-quality product.