Molding Operator B - Bloomfield, CT

The mold machine operator is responsible for the complete operation of assigned molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and visual inspection of the parts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Operation of all molding machines
  • The molding operator is able to purge the assigned machine.
  • The operator is responsible for loading of contacts / inserts into the mold, transfer plate, or other fixture (sometimes using tweezers or fixtures).
  • Trim gates and flash using fixtures, knives, or other means as required.
  • Package finished parts per shop order instructions.
  • Relieves higher priority machines as required. 
• Operates auxiliary equipment
  • Operate trim, degating, and other tools as required.
  • Operates gram-force inspection and other measuring equipment as desired.
  • Perform all record keeping requirements.  Maintain all logs (electronic or paper) and create packaging (including labels) as needed.
• Inspect parts
  • Inspect parts using magnification and other equipment as required.
  • Maintain data collection as required,

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintains a good teamwork attitude.
• Sands, trims, and performs other off-line duties as required.
• Follows department guidelines such as filling in logs, maintaining lot and scrap control, and other procedures as required.
• Uses good housekeeping practices.
• Uses all safety equipment as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Some mechanical ability
• Be able to use and operate basic switches and controls.
• Have good hand-eye coordination.
• Be able to handle small parts with tweezers and other means as required.
• Inspect for small defects on parts.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Accustomed to working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in working in a team atmosphere.