Operator I

Job Details Location: Tacoma, WA 98409 Position Type: Full Time (Non-Exempt) Company: Demgy Pacific, LLC Salary Range: $20.50 - $25.75 per hour Shift: Graveyard Schedule Sunday – Thursday, 11:00pm – 6:00am; Work 6.5/8 hours. $1.50 shift differential. Monday – Friday, 2:30pm – 11:00pm; $3.00 shift differential. Position Summary Manufacture high-quality plastic molded products within the quoted cycle time, while maintaining a high level of quality, accuracy, and safe working methods. Physical Requirements Stamina to work all assigned hours Ability to work in a shop environment – frequent exposure to loud noises, dust, solvents, and oils Frequent standing and walking. Limited reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching Ability to stand or walk 100% of the workday Hearing and speaking required 100% of the workday Use of hands 100% of the workday – use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls 20/20 vision required with or without correction – to assess cosmetic requirements, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Applicable Metrics Labor reporting percentage (daily avg) Labor reported within cycle time vs outside cycle time (should be a ratio) Rejections (internal customers/external customers) Count errors Quality of outputs On-time delivery of outputs Autonomy and need for supervision Initiative and productivity Role‑specific knowledge and expertise Understanding and application of processes and procedures Adhere to the Demgy Pacific attendance point system Adhere to the Demgy Pacific job variance to standard metric Adhere to the Demgy Pacific safety protocols Job Responsibilities Operator 1 Operate an injection molding machine in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner. Produce product based on operator work instructions and quality requirements. Keep individual work cells clean and organized. Inspect produced parts for defects such as cracks, bubbles, or color inconsistencies, ensuring they meet quality standards. Read, understand, and follow written Work Instructions for each individual part. Record production data, including volume produced, downtime, scrap, reject rates, and machine efficiency. Adhere to all safety regulations and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Operator 2 Fulfill the essential functions of an Operator 1. Train/mentor Operator 1 team members to ensure they safely develop practices that optimize workflow and create the best consistent quality of finished goods. Safely be able to operate an Injection Molding Machine using a bandsaw, table router, or ultra sonic welder. Ensure work cells are set up with required safety equipment, tools for operation, packaging supplies, and documentation needed to facilitate production. Keep work areas clean and organized. Be able to fill in for a Floor Lead, if the Floor Lead is absent. Ensure operators read, acknowledge (sign), and perform their job per the work instructions. Work with team members and supervisors to improve production processes and product quality. Fluency in Demgy Pacific’s ERP system. Stage parts with paperwork after every job is completed. Employee Responsibilities Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct. Follow safety policies. Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program. Maintain a positive working relationship with co‑workers in all departments. Maintain accurate documentation as required, following Demgy Pacific’s document and record control procedures as applicable to the position. Ensure that housekeeping within the department is properly maintained. Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained). Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor. Qualifications Job Skill Requirements Effective communication: Able to read and write English, keep accurate quality records, basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). Mechanical skills. Basic computer skills. Team oriented. Efficient and action driven. Motivated self‑starter. Dependable: reliable attendance and punctuality. Minimum Education and Qualifications Successful completion or proven prior experience required as an Operator in Injection Molding to qualify to move from Operator 1 to Operator 2. Experience in manufacturing preferred. Experience in Aerospace preferred. High School diploma or equivalent. #J-18808-Ljbffr