1st Shift Machine Operator

Redline Opportunity

Are you ready to mold yourself into something great? If you love hands-on work, enjoy a challenge, and want to be part of an energetic, forward-thinking team, then Redline is the place for you! We're not your typical workplace we promise you'll never be bored, and your ideas will always matter.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Amazing Teammates: Our employees are the best, and we think you'll love working with them!
• Work = Fun: We make sure every day is full of energy and excitement.
• Flexible & Understanding: Life happens, and we get thatso we're flexible to help you balance it all.
• Bonuses? Yes Please!: Crush your goals like a ninja and get rewarded!
• Awesome Benefits: 80hrs prorated vacation your 1st year You can buy extra vacation days!!! / Get paid to recruit a Ninja / Onsite Nurse / Medical Insurance (with HSA) / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance / Short & Long Term Disability / 401k / Paid Holidays / Critical Illness / Accident Insurance / EAP / Gym Membership Reimbursement

The primary result expected from Machine Operator position is to operate rotational molding machines as designated under the supervision and direction of operations leadership. The Machine Operator will monitor the quality of the plastics parts after they are demolded to ensure the parts are to quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates rotational molding machine to meet or exceed plant metrics related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale/Inventory
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per the P.M. charts.
• Performs but not limited to the following tasks: material filling, deburring, molding, all bench operations, and inspection of product
• Safely works at a pace that meets company expectations e.g., parts per hour or minutes per part as quoted to customer.
• Accepts and receives frequent supervision and assistance regarding machine set-up

Competencies:

• Able to perform critical thinking and complex problem solving
• Able to work independently, be a self-starter, and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and able to retain and follow detailed work instructions
• Able to detect and communicate molding defects efficiently and effectively
• Able to work through difficult and complex situations without becoming frustrated
• Shows moral courage, integrity, openness, and honesty in all dealings
• Able to perform simple math and measurements
• Able to create and maintain accurate production records
• Able to meet daily production expectations
• Able to effectively communicate critical information and production needs to supervision and co-workers

Preferred and Required Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED is preferred
• Experience and/or Training: Prior rotational molding experience preferred
• Licenses/Certificates: No requirements
• Technology/Computer Equipment: Ability to utilize computer platforms to access work instructions

Physical and Mental Demands:

• This position is required to constantly stand and walk
• It is necessary for this position to frequently climb stairs throughout the day
• Frequent stooping, bending, squatting, crouching, or reaching above the shoulders may be required
• Frequent use of hands and wrists on both large and small items: e.g., screws, bolts, nuts to service the molds
• Able to focus and work at a continuous pace for extended periods of time
• 15 to 25 lbs. frequent lifting
• 20 to 40 lbs. occasional lifting
• Manual dexterity is required to perform normal day to day functions
• Must always demonstrate patience to successfully work through frustrating challenges and present oneself in a calm professional manner
• Must have the ability to work with and around others
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Working Environment:

The main working environment for this position is the standard manufacturing plant environment. The plant environment is climate controlled in some areas, however, will include exposure to heat and hot surfaces, cold, noise and odors. Personal protective equipment is required in appropriate areas. There may also be intermittent exposure to fumes, moving mechanical parts and tool vibration.