1st Shift Assembly Technician

NOW HIRING: Assembly Technicians - 1st Shift

Hoffer Plastics Corporation

Starting Pay: $20.00-$21.00/hr (based on experience)

1st Shift Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm

Want to be part of something special? We're filling important jobs!

Join an industry leader and innovator looking for people who want to make a difference. If you're mechanically minded, good with your hands and want to grow your skills, we want to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Day shift: Regular daytime hours, 8:00am to 4:00pm
• Clear career path: Advance through leveled training from Level C to Level A
• Get trained: Full training on setup, vision systems, troubleshooting and new technology
• Great benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match and more
• Stability: An established, growing third-generation U.S. company

The Role

As an Assembly Technician, you'll produce parts in accordance with internal and external customer requirements, including machine setup, auxiliary equipment setup and process parameter input. You'll also keep a neat and orderly work area to 5S standards, follow safety policies, work from verbal and written instructions, and use company production software at computer terminals.

The Setup / Assembly Technician position is divided into three classifications based on skill set and responsibility, starting at Level C and progressing to Level A. Each level is responsible for all aspects of the levels beneath it.

Responsibilities vary based on skill level and experience:

Level C:

• Complete the C level training curriculum, then the B level training curriculum while at Level C.
• Perform material handler duties as assigned.
• Use IQMS to move raw and finished parts to and from designated areas.
• Use IQMS to clear pallets and add to pallets.
• Weigh and record machine scrap.
• Assist with setups and color changes to get machines running and meet production demands.
• Set assembly machine process parameters with the help of a foreman, supervisor, or A or B level assembly technician.
• Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency and work with quality inspectors to identify defects.

Level B:

• Complete the A level training curriculum while at Level B.
• Change programs on the liner vision systems.
• Print and fill out the foreman's log.
• Perform setup changes on all liner machines.
• Fill out daily operator machine assignments.
• Correctly change and identify inventory amounts of raw parts after a job is completed.
• Troubleshoot process, machine and auxiliary equipment problems and make necessary changes to ensure quality and reduce downtime.
• Learn new technology as it's brought into manufacturing.
• Work with the supervisor and/or Lead Molding Technician to find ways to improve productivity and reduce scrap, defects, etc.

Level A:

• Work with quality inspectors to identify defects and make good decisions on process changes.
• Change, troubleshoot and make adjustments to the liner vision systems.
• Enter daily production into IQMS.
• Stay current with new technology in assembly, auxiliary equipment, robots, etc.
• Promote safety by following all related policies and procedures and setting a good example for others.
• Help maintain 5S and plant cleanliness by completing assigned cleaning tasks and setting a good example for others.
• Take on the responsibilities of the supervisor or foreman in their absence.

All team members shall:

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a way that helps you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
• Continue to grow job-specific knowledge and use tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

This job description does not contain every function or responsibility that may be required in the performance of this job. All team members are required to perform other related duties and functions as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to successfully complete the "C" level Assembly Technician training requirements.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. on a semi-regular basis.
• Ability to stand / walk for an entire eight-hour shift.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Computer proficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, VSP vision
• 401(k): Hoffer Plastics matches $0.50 per $1.00 contributed each payroll period, up to 6%, plus a Safe Harbor contribution equal to 3% of annual eligible earnings
• Paid Life Insurance: 5 times basic annual salary
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Time Off: 2 weeks paid vacation, up to 5 days of Illinois Paid Leave, and 9 paid holidays
• Reimbursements: tuition, prescription safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and fitness

Physical Requirements

The incumbent will:

• Usually stand / walk most of the shift.
• Frequently sit, bend, kneel and twist.
• Occasionally push, pull and lift up to 75 lbs. or more.
• Occasionally lift above waist and/or shoulder up to 75 lbs. and over.
• Use manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately.
• Regularly perform hand / wrist / finger movements and use foot pedal controls on forklift.
• Occasionally perform keyboarding and squeezing movements.

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Hoffer Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.