Pre-Expander Operator (All Shifts) - Plymouth, WI, Plymouth, Wisconsin

Description:

Job Summary

As a pre-expander Operator, you are responsible for operating the company's pre-expander equipment to provide for adequate expanded resins in the designated and specified densities to meet the facilities production requirements.

Why this role matters

This is an opportunity to support a fast-paced manufacturing company. We innovate possibilities for our stakeholders through an immense variety of products and opportunities. There are 3 keys to success in this role:

· Quality - Ensure that items are high quality and meet all requirements of customer specifications.

· Process Control – in all aspects of the expanding and molding process to improve quality, control density, and reduce off-fall.

· Efficiency - work successfully and meet deadlines without creating wasted time or product.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for producing high-quality foam products, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Pre-Expander Operator.

Requirements:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Previous experience operating pre-expanding equipment in a manufacturing environment

· Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

· Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics

· Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping

· Strong attention to detail and quality control

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed

Responsibilities

· Maintain quality compliance of product according to customer requirements.

· Complete hourly quality checks with complete accuracy.

· Communicating with team members and leadership.

· Schedule adherence.

· Packaging product according to customer requirements.

· Maintain safety standards.

· Other tasks assigned.

Schedules

Pre-Expander Operator opportunities can exist across three shifts. 1st shift hours are 7am-3pm, 2nd shift hours are 3pm-11pm, 3rd shift hours are 11pm to 7am.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear. Frequently required to reach, bend, squat, stretch, and twist. Regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds and up to 40 pounds with help. Regularly required to stand and walk during the entire shift. Must be able to work efficiently and repetitively with hands and have physical strength, stamina, and coordination to perform duties.

Work Environment

The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually high with ear protection required. Will work in a dusty and sometimes wet environment as well as cold/hot/humid areas based on the seasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans

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