Machine Operator – Overmold

Machine operators are generally responsible for properly setting up, running, loading and unloading and maintaining Lex operation machines while following company safety standards.  The Machine Operator – Overmold operates overmold equipment and materials.

• Work with production supervisor to meet daily / weekly / monthly production goals.
• Handle and assemble polyurethane products.
• Daily set up, operation and maintenance of Overmold equipment.
• Ensure raw material quantity is on hand to meet production needs and inform supervisor when there are inadequate quantities.
• Pour product into molds and remove cured product from molds.
• Monitor the ongoing production process and know how to handle situations as they arise.
• Use hand tools to eliminate excess material from final product.
• Inspect product for defects and to ensure final product meets production and quality standards.
• Correct production defects as possible and report issues to supervisors.
• Perform tasks while complying with company safety policies.
• Provide daily production updates to the shop floor manager by entering electronic labor and job order information. 
• Maintain an attendance in good standing so that production is as efficient as possible.
• Safely store and handle chemicals and waste throughout the production area.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and company safety practices.
• 2+ years of machine operator experience or the equivalent manual work experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED or any other equivalent diploma.
• 2 or more years of experience working in a production department (Electrical parts experience is preferable).
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their design, use and maintenance.