Press Operator

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Job Description:

Purpose: The learning level Press Operations associate works under direct supervision to operate injection molding machines and secondary equipment according to established procedures.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

• Produces parts according to procedures and standards by operating presses and by inspecting and trimming, coding, and packaging.
• Processes parts according to procedures and standards for assembly by operating sonic welder, bonding with adhesives, and by coding and packaging.
• Follows established job instructions to produce product according to specification.
• Reports defective material or quality concerns to Supervisor, Molding Generalist or QA Technician when they arise.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the work areas by executing and enhancing the defined 6S duties.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Develops the skills to perform basic, repetitive activities in the job on one or more molding machine or secondary equipment.
• Ability to maintain flow of parts within the established cycle time with minimal errors.
• Develops the ability to detect quality imperfections on molded parts.
• Demonstrates safe practice of handheld tools.
• Quality of team communications.

Key Decision Rights

Uses existing procedures to perform straightforward tasks; limited opportunity to deviate without prior supervisor approval or instruction.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Developed visual and mechanical skills.
• Ability to use hand tools and work with small parts.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Reliable with positive attitude and flexible approach.

Physical Effort and Work Environment:

• Work performed in a shop environment, during an 8-hour shift.
• Standing, stepping onto a 10-inch platform, bending and reaching forward to dislodge parts from mold required throughout the entire shift.
• Lifting of up to 30 pounds and maneuvering of boxes weighing up to 100 pounds from a skid to a dolly required 10 percent of shift.
• Pushing and pulling of a dolly with enough force to move up to 100 pounds occurs 5% of shift.
• Ability to work with hand tools, a pneumatic cutting tool, and small parts is necessary throughout entire shift.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard.
• Safety glasses always required.
• Exposed to oil, shavings and noise and seasonal heat.

Our Commitment and Difference:

Founded in 1970, Kinetico was started by two engineers who pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. Evolving from the Tangent Company, a small consulting design firm, Kinetico soon became a global organization of independent dealers, international distributors representing nearly 100 countries. Through the dedication of its founders, employees and distribution network, Kinetico has experienced tremendous success. The company has grown from a two-man, creative undertaking into a strong and dynamic organization.

Innovative technology and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction have distinguished the company and positioned Kinetico as a leader in today’s ever-changing water treatment industry manufacturing water softeners, along with a wide range of systems that improve water quality for general use, as well as those that provide high-quality drinking water for consumption. Kinetico products are Third Party certified to confirm quality and performance and complimented by the most comprehensive warranties in the industry.

Kinetico is part of the Axel Johnson Group of companies, a global organization and fifth generation company that continues to be successful in developing leading businesses.

Kinetico Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

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