Mold Specialist 3rd Shift
Airlite Plastics
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Über
Airlite Plastics is a premier, privately held, family-owned manufacturer headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Our family style and personal culture is what makes Airlite an amazing place to grow and build a successful career. Airlite's company values of unquestionable integrity and respect and appreciation for each other are at the core of our success! These values set a strong foundation to build on where we can 'wow' our customers with innovative products and sustainable solutions, and continuously improve our processes and efficiencies.
Our product lines include rigid plastic containers and lids for food packaging and cosmetics, dry powder scoops, plastic drink cups, shipping containers, industrial strength insulated concrete forms (ICF) and sustainable permeable paving systems. As pioneers in our industry, focused on sustainable solutions, we strive to provide our customers with top-notch service and quality, which aligns with our award-winning products.
How would you contribute?
This role is a contributing member of our Airlite - Omaha team, located in Omaha, NE. As a Mold Specialist, you are a key to continued growth and success of Airlite. The Mold Specialist is responsible for the proper set up, operation and processing of high-speed injection molding machines and robots to produce high-quality parts efficiently; adjusts machine settings according to specifications to meet quality expectations. This role is responsible for maintaining quality, scrap and machine efficiencies in assigned area.
Essential Duties:
Perform machine start-up and shut down to required procedures.Perform process troubleshooting to ensure part conformity and quality.Evaluate product acceptability after completion of machine adjustments and/or color changes.Review production schedule, make color, material and label changes during shift.Review and perform floor inspection and diameter size check; report and follow up on items needing technical corrections.Perform quality inspections and document product quality and color shades to ensure product is within specifications. Communicate with quality auditors and/or Supervisors regarding questionable product and make timely adjustments.Monitor and continually work toward reducing scrap on targeted machines.Monitor cycle times to required procedures.Maintain safety and housekeeping expectations, report potential machine or work hazards, respond immediately to emergency machine problems, and ensure the safety of co-workers within designated work area.Collaborate with team members on new machines, mold, materials, processes and procedures.Ensure effective transfer of information across shifts.Prepare maintenance work orders and ensure compliance with Preventative Maintenance Programs.Maintain accurate computer logs to include documenting adjustments, resolutions and support requested.Maintain company attendance standards.Report food safety concerns to management.Other duties as assigned.
Do you have what it takes? Airlite Plastics is a versatile employer; complacency is not one of our strengths! We work hard each day to ensure that equipment efficiency and customer satisfaction never leave our line of sight. Successful candidates for the role will possess the following:
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.Capability to utilize problem solving skills.Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects/activities/goals.Must be able to work well with others, build partnerships and support team members.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and tactful in dealing with people at all levels.Must be self-motivated and positive.Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.Display highest ethical standards.Maintain the utmost level of confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information.Detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Basic computer skills with the ability to operate Microsoft Office products.Upholds and supports organizational goals and values.Takes initiative and asks for help when needed.
Education / Experience / Certifications:
Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferredPrevious experience in a manufacturing setting using processing skills is preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role does not have personnel supervisory responsibilities; however, this role includes working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hand dexterity to operate office equipment including computer keyboards; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is seasonally and moderately exposed to humid conditions and heat. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, the risk of electrical shock and exposure to extreme molten plastic temperature. The employee is frequently exposed to height of 8-10 feet and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is loud.
Our Core Values Drive Us!
Do you conduct yourself with unquestionable integrity? Do you demonstrate respect and appreciation for those around you? Are you innovative and strive to challenge the status quo? Do you strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the "wow" factor? Do you care about environmentally sustainable solutions? Do you take meaning and pride in a job well done?
What's in it for you? As a Full-Time employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
Health, dental and vision insurance Company paid life insurance Company paid short term disability Generous 401k match Generous Time Off Annual company activities
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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