Production Associate - 1st Shift

Description Polymar

has been located in Lancaster County, PA for over 45 years. We are a family-owned injection molder that services a variety of industries and markets. We offer a small business environment where you are more than just a number. If you are a dependable worker and prefer a smaller, drama-free work environment, then Polymar may be the place for you. We are willing to train the right person but prefer someone who is dependable with a strong work ethic. Our machines need to run so reliability is very important to us. We have immediate openings for Production Associate on 1st Shift. We also have Material Handler opening on 2nd Shift. Production Associate 1st Shift Rate - $16.00 per hour Material Handler 2nd Shift Rate - $18.00 per hour To learn more about us, visit our website at: OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB Production Associate monitors injection-molding machine, inspects and packs plastic products for a variety of customer accounts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Monitors machinery that converts plastic pellets into molded parts Inspects molded product for surface defects, such as dents and cracks, color variation per inspection standards Maintains production paperwork and proper counts Places plastic runners into storage bins or granulators Removes product from mold by hand or using tools Trim or remove flash from product using utility knife or cutter Place product on cooling fixture to prevent distortion Perform de-gating or light assembly during machine cycle OTHER DUTIES Performs all other duties as required EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING High School diploma or GED required Manufacturing experience preferred Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Requirements QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING High School diploma or GED preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS Identify problems, inform others, and provide information to assist with solving the problem VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS Use verbal skills to communicate with co-workers or customers and/or vendors WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS Complete and maintain documentation/records to effectively convey ideas and information both in written and oral form MATH SKILLS Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios COMPUTER SKILLS Not applicable TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Hand tools Power Hand tools Weigh count scale MENTAL DEMANDS typically required Respond to unpredictability High pressure for results Independent judgment and discretion Organize and prioritize Manage multiple projects / tasks Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders Relate to others PHYSICAL DEMANDS (typically required to perform the essential functions of the job) CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) - Ability to stand - Ability to hear conversation - Ability to walk - Ability to stoop - Ability to sit - Ability to repeatedly bend - Repetitive finger movement - Repetitive twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands - Ability to use both hands - Ability to use both legs - Specific visual requirements - Ability to communicate orally - Use depth perception - Use color vision FREQUENTLY INCURRED (25 – 75% time on job) - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs – Ability to kneel - Ability to lift up to 10 lbs - Reach at high or low level - Ability to push/pull 15 lbs OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) - Ability to lift up to 40 lbs - Ability to climb stairs - Ability to carry up to 40 lbs - Ability to balance - Ability to crawl WORKING CONDITIONS (typically required) CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) - Work in dry atmospheric conditions - Work with machinery with moving parts FREQUENTLY INCURRED (25 – 75% time on job) - Exposure to vibration - Work alone OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) - Work in heat between 90 degrees - 100 degrees - Exposure to alcohol - Work in excessive or frequent temperature changes - Exposure to grease/oils - Work with hands in water - Exposure to intermittent noise above 85dB - Work weekly more than 40 hours - Exposure to irritant or toxic fumes - Work a shift between 8-12 hours - Exposure to dust (more than nuisance) PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (typically required to perform the essential functions of the job) CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) Safety Glasses Gloves: latex, work gloves, etc. OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) Hearing protection Respirator (disposable)