Lead Plastics Machine Operator

Company: MiTek
Location: Chester Springs
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionMiTek® is a global provider of building solutions for the residential and commercial construction industries. Utilizing software, services, engineered products, and automated manufacturing equipment, MiTek partners with clients to accelerate their genius and deliver breakthroughs in building. With a rich 60-year history and a network of 6,500 team members worldwide, MiTek pairs local expertise with global capabilities. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at www.mii.com . SummaryMiTek® USA Inc., a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. is the world's leading supplier of state-of-the-art, engineered connector products, engineering services, and computer-driven machinery for the building component industry. We provide the industry's most advanced, most comprehensive, and most innovative software for design and manufacturing. Our products and services are backed up by a team of industry professionals who are dedicated to one goal - making our customers successful.POSITION SUMMARYResponsibilities include but are not limited to: set up and operate plastics production machines. Duties include supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.Job Responsibilities & Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Start machines or equipment in order to begin production processes.
• Operate machinery used in the production process following company safety guidelines and policies.
• Maintain equipment operations, addressing any failures or malfunctions with corrective actions.
• Prepare raw materials for processing.
• Examine finished products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
• Verify counts on finished products to determine if product orders are complete; mark or tag identification on parts; load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Record information such as the number of products tested, production readings, and dates and times of product production.
• Separate products according to weight, grade, size, and composition of materials used to produce them.
• Separate defective products for reprocessing.
• Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting, or wrapping.
• Remove products, machine attachments, and waste material from machines.
• Transfer finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas of plants and warehouses, by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks.
• Read gauges and charts, and record data obtained
• Clean and maintain work areas, machines, equipment, vehicles, and products.
• Attendance during work regular work hours and overtime as required, approved by manager.
• Assist with other areas in the shop/office/warehouse as needed Education:
  • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience:
    • Machine operator experience of some type or has been trained on specific machine processes. Plastics machine operator experience a plus. Other Requirements:
      • Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
      • Ability to lift up to 100lbs. MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.www.mii.comPI129092096

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