1st Shift Press Operator

Overview

Come join a leader in Protective Foam Solutions! Alleguard is built to expand and shape our customers’ businesses. We understand the challenges across industries, from confidence in the supply chain to needing the latest innovations at their fingertips. These challenges are opportunities, and we are relentless in seeing around corners and going the extra mile to help customers’ businesses succeed, whether in construction, protective packaging, cold-chain, or other industries.

Position: Press Operator

Job Summary We are currently hiring Press Operators for our manufacturing site. As a Press Operator, you are responsible for inspecting and sorting molded or assembled parts/products for defects and deviations from specifications. You will also pack parts into designated packaging or pallet configurations based on customer requirements and/or standard quality specifications.

Pay: $16.00 USD/HR

Schedule: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.;
Monday – Friday. Flexibility is a must; overtime and weekend work is possible, based on customer demand.

• Monitor press to ensure parts are completely ejected from the mold. Notify Production Supervisor of any problems observed or encountered during the molding operation.
• Pack acceptable parts into pre-defined packaging or pallet configuration according to the established quality standard.
• Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.
• Mark/label completed container(s)/bundle(s) with designated item information according to established quality standards.
• Record production data.
• Remove molded parts from the collection bin or table and perform visual inspection for conformance to established quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, properly discard rejected parts, and keep area free of debris and standing water.
• Perform duties in conformance with all established safety policies and procedures.
• Transfer parts in/out of drying tunnel as required/instructed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Observation – ability to visually inspect parts during the production operation and determine whether they meet quality standards.
• Reading Comprehension – understanding written instructions contained in work-related documents.
• Active Listening – giving full attention to what others are saying, understanding points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
• Operation Monitoring – watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly.
• Learning Strategies – selecting and using training/instructional methods appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to use manual pallet jack or other designated material handling equipment to move finished goods parts and/or components to/from the assigned workstation.
• Speaking – communicating information effectively.
• Working in the manufacturing environment requires PPE, including protective eyewear and may include hearing protection and reinforced-toe safety shoes.
• Position may require periods of physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Continuous standing for periods of 4–8 hours.
• Physical mobility involving repeated bending and stretching.
• Must be able to safely lift articles of a minimum of 25 lbs.

• Periods of intense physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Ability to stand, bend, and stretch over extended periods of time during a normal work shift.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our customers. Our benefits package offers eligible team members access to:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retirement Program (401k)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

• Safety – We care for our employees by creating and maintaining an environment with consistent actions, trusted processes, and courageous conversations.
• Trust – We build confidence with our employees and customers through dependability, respect, clear communication, and service.
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