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Press Operator

2 months ago

Rockford, United States Bergstrom Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSUMMARY

The Plastics Press Operator is assigned to one or more injection molding machines and/or secondary operations used to produce injected molded plastic products and performs functions including pulling newly molded parts from the conveyer belt, trimming, sanding, marking, packing plastic components to meet customer standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Observes machine operation, work instructions, remove parts, and separates runner from product and load inserts as necessary for required jobs.
  • Sorts parts from family molds by different sizes, shapes, or dimensions, cavities, etc.
  • Performs secondary operations such as trimming gates and/or flash, assemblies, fixturing, sonic welding, pad printing, hot stamping, drilling, tapping, etc.
  • Observes thermometer and turns steam valve to maintain specified temperature in melting hopper.
  • Inspects parts visually for defects such as short shots, flash and contamination, and informs Shift Supervisor of any deviation from quality retains.
  • Gages or measures parts dimensionally and informs Shift Supervisor of any deviation from standards.
  • Separates nonconforming products and attaches identifying nonconforming reports with accurate information per operating procedures/work instructions.
  • Packs products into cartons for shipping and attaches proper identification with accurate information per operating procedures/work instructions.
  • Maintains production count records, and statistical process control charts per operating procedures.
  • Granulates runners and scrap, cleans work area, machines and equipment as required.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to use hand and power tools.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude.
  • Knowledge of safety and quality practices and expectations.
  • Intermediate skill in problem solving.
  • Actively participating in Bergstrom’s continuous improvement program.
  • Basic computer skills (i.e., email, data entry) needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • High school education or any equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Basic reading and math

PREFERRED:

  • Minimum of 3 months experience working with Materials or Plastics.
  • Ability to conduct physical inventory.
  • Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of LEAN processes including 5S, FIFO and Kanban process.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed and may require walking primarily on a level surface for a significant amount of the day (>8 hours). This position requires frequent reaching with occasional reaching above shoulder heights. May be occasionally required to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.

This position may also require excellent eyesight to identify colors, depth, and dimension in the day-to-day work of a

Plastics Press Operator.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The primary work environment provides for co-worker interactions, ambient room temperature, excellent lighting, and traditional assembly line production equipment as found in a typical manufacturing environment. The area is free from oils and other disagreeable elements. Certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, gloves, and mandatory hearing protection. Safety glasses and closed toed and closed heel shoes are required in all manufacturing areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job. Individuals must possess these minimum qualifications or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills and abilities.

The job description may be supported by additional records.

DISCLAIMER

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested in the course of employment. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to perform this job successfully; the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. The Company reserves the right to change the requirements of the position to meet the changing needs of the Company. Changes may include, but are not limited to, the essential duties and the qualification required for the position.

Bergstrom Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


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