Injection Molding Machine Operator jobs in California

Job Purpose:

• On floor, bench or conveyor lines, performs diversified and intricate assembly and manufacturing operations on a variety of products.
• Lays out and determines operations sequence. Assists and works with different automatic and semiautomatic machinery in the factory as well as performing manual tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Checks product for quality and completeness.
• Places parts in specified relationship to each other.
• Performs various tasks and processes in manufacturing environment.
• Helps in performing set-ups by checking materials and getting necessary tools and jigs to manufacture products.
• Inspects the finished product for good quality and for the correct color, measurements, label and material used.
• Works at different workstations to meet production requirements.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Works under direct supervision on duties and tasks that are standardized, selecting from written instructions and established procedures.
• Resolves routine questions and problems, referring more complex issues to higher levels.
• Must be able to work in a team of employees rotating various job functions with team members.
• Must work under minimal or no supervision.
• Minimizes the scrapped material being produced by machinery.
• Keeps record of inventory in an accurate and efficient manner on a daily basis.
• Routes product accordingly within the department. Follows all the safety regulations and procedures. Able to identify potential hazards in the work area.
• Able to operate various machines, equipment or tools used in manufacturing.
• Attends all scheduled safety meetings.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 months to one year of prior related experience is preferred.
• Applies basic and develops advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization.
• Must have good working ability with hand tools.
• Able to distinguish among the different colors available and measurement of products.
• Knowledge of basic math skills, reading and interpreting blueprints, use of tape measure, and knowledge of various machines, manufacturing or assembly processes is preferred.
• Must be flexible with required working hours, including overtime.
• Must be flexible within the department and willing to flex to other departments as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to chest and shoulder level.
• Occasionally push and/or pull up to 100 pounds with a manual or electrical pallet jack.
• Must be able to withstand 8 to 10 hours on a concrete surface.
• Will be using hydraulic and electrical hand tools, such as the pneumatic drill, glue gun, hammer, and rivet machine.
• Must wear applicable and proper protective equipment including, but not limited to, protective eye and/or hearing equipment to safely perform job duties.
• Must be able to adjust physically to normal plant environmental conditions (above moderate heat and cold) and adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.00 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person